Job Description

Job description

This position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of compact construction, agriculture and commercial lawn-based equipment and attachments in a shop & field environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

-Efficiently and effectively evaluate the working condition of, diagnose, assemble/disassemble, order parts for, and repair heavy duty equipment

-Use secondary materials and equipment safely and efficiently

-Use related instruments, hand and power tools, secondary equipment, and computer systems

-Accurately and completely document on work orders all machine information, actions taken, and time taken

-Perform trouble shooting, mechanical repairs and PDIs (pre-delivery inspections) on a variety of equipment and attachments

-Conduct repairs in a timely and effective manner, communicating effectively with the Service Writer and Parts team to ensure optimal efficiency

-Conduct regular preventative maintenance tasks and inspections

-Communicate with Lead Hand and/or Service Manager regarding job progress and job status changes

-Maintain organized and safe work area, shop tools and service van

-Continually assess service task hazards and ensure work is performed safely, and to accepted standards

-Use computer applications and information systems (i.e. John Deere Service Advisor) to document maintenance, inspection, and diagnosis

-Use parts catalogues to locate parts, and order parts from parts personnel

-Road test equipment and check attachment operation as required

Required Skills

-Must have the ability to communicate and work effectively with customers, the service team, and branch personnel

-Must be able to meet physical demands (heavy lifting up to 50 lb, climbing, overhead lifting/postures, prolonged standing, sensory processing, fine motor control)

-Good knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics & electrical systems

-Ability to diagnose mechanical issues

-Exposure to compact equipment required

-References upon request

Required Experience

-Previous mechanical experience in a heavy equipment environment is required

-Certified Journeyperson in the Heavy Duty Equipment technician trade or equivalent designated trade

-Must be committed to customer service and service excellence

We Offer You:

-Advantageous group insurance (life, short and long term disability, drug coverage, etc.)

-Work clothing available

-Learning and development opportunities

-Safe and healthy environment.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: $22.00-$42.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Paid time off Vision care
Schedule:

From 7am to 4:15pm Day shift Monday to Friday
Experience:

mechanical: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Journeyman (preferred) Trade Certificate (required)
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00-$42.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Vision care
Work Location: In person