Job Description

WHO WE ARE

We have four bright, new locations situated in Lethbridge, Taber, Burdett, and Medicine Hat. We sell the number one brand of Agricultural, Turf, and Commercial Worksite Products in the world - JOHN DEERE. As a stable and growing company, you can count on us to invest heavily in your career through training, resources, and support while being a part of a fun and team-oriented environment that feels like family.

We are currently looking to hire Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics in Burdett, Taber and Lethbridge, Alberta. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

Sound interesting? Read On!

REASONS TO JOIN US!

• We keep our team current by investing twice as much in training as any other JD dealer in Southern Alberta, both inside and outside of our dealership.
• Comprehensive benefits package including an employer matched Registered Retirement Savings Plan.
• We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide paid time off beginning at 3 weeks in your first year of employment.
• A competitive compensation scale, incentive programs, and advancement opportunities.
• We provide you with state-of-the-art agriculture equipment and technology to do your job.
• And much more!\xe2\x80\x8d

JOURNEYMAN SERVICE TECHNICIAN

As a Service Technician, our customers will depend on your ongoing commitment to their service needs, your expertise, and your foresight and troubleshooting skills to keep their equipment operating reliably and efficiently. Picture yourself working alongside other trained Technicians in a shop that has all the support and resources you need to perform top-notch work on equipment.

WHAT DOES A JOURNEYMAN SERVICE TECHNICIAN DO?

• Uses state-of-the-art equipment to diagnose and repair a wide range of equipment including Agricultural, GPS, Lawn & Garden, and Commercial Construction equipment.
• Assembles and performs pre-delivery inspections of new equipment.
• Uses John Deere computer programs to read manuals for diagnostics and repairs.
• Proactively seeks and participates in available company-sponsored training, in an effort to develop and advance knowledge base and skill set.\xe2\x80\x8d

REQUIREMENTS

• Journeyperson Certificate \xe2\x80\x93 Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) or Agricultural Equipment Technician (AET)
• Class 5 Driver\xe2\x80\x99s license with a clean driver\xe2\x80\x99s abstract
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Basic computer skills
• Team player with excellent listening skills
• Ability to work independently
• A high attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to be adaptable
• Previous John Deere agricultural equipment experience an asset

READY TO GROW YOUR CAREER?

Join us today, and be part of the exciting future of agriculture! If you want a workplace that empowers you to achieve and succeed, we encourage you to submit your resume. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

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