Shop / Road Technician – Construction Equipment

Halifax, NS

We are your Maritimes' John Deere dealership with 15 locations to serve you.
We are looking for a skilled, dedicated person to fill the position of Shop/Road Technician - Golf/Turf/Construction Equipment at our Halifax, NS location.

Purpose:

Independently perform complex diagnostics, service repairs, and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned golf & turf equipment . May require some direction or guidance from the Service Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Performs complex diagnostics and service repairs on equipment in the shop

• Working primarily in the shop and heading out on service calls as required

• Willing to be on call during snow events

• Participates in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge
• Supports customer clinics
• Maintains current knowledge of competitive products
• Maintains condition of vehicles, inventory, tools and equipment
• Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
• Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
• Completes all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments
• Works occasional Saturday shifts
• Accounts for all time and material used in performing assigned duties

Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge:

• 2+ years of experience performing service repairs required
• Small Engine Certificate with some heavy equipment experience preferred
• Ability to perform complex repairs and maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures on the machines of the Technician's specialty
• Expert knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in the repair of turf equipment
• Excellent skills in operating vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
• Ability to use Service Advisor
• Must have computer skills
• Ability to lift at least 75 lbs. repeatedly
• Valid driver's license required

We Offer:

• Full-time employment
• Opportunity for advancement within a progressive organization
• Competitive salary
• Family health benefits
• Company pension plan
• Boot and tool allowance
• We are now offering a personal finance training program through Enriched Academy for all our employees

Please apply today!

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