Road Technician - Agricultural Equipment

Kentville, NS

We are the Maritimes' only John Deere Dealership with 15 locations to serve you.

We are looking for a skilled, dedicated person to fill the position of Road Technician - Agricultural Equipment at our Kentville, NS location.

Purpose:

Independently performs basic diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned agricultural equipment and implements. Work would be performed on the road.

 Responsibilities as a Road Technician:

• Performs diagnostics and repairs on agricultural equipment and established Precision Ag products
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts, components, or systems, using hand and power tools
• Participates in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge, must be willing to travel
• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and 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
• Work with other departments as needed
• Due to the nature of our business, technicians can/will be required to work overtime and be on call primarily during the peaks of our seasons. This will vary by store location.

Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge:

• 2+ years of experience performing service repairs
• Valid driver’s license required
• 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 agricultural equipment
• Excellent skills in operating vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
• Ability to use Service Advisor and basic computer functions
• Ability to lift at least 75 lbs. repeatedly
• Heavy Equipment or Agricultural Technician education preferred

What We Offer:

• Full-time employment
• Opportunity for advancement within a progressive organization
• Competitive compensation package which includes 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!

Please note:  If we like your resume, you will receive an email asking you to take a quick 5 minute questionnaire from Predictive Index.  Please keep an eye for it in your email.  Sometimes it goes to your junk mail.

Please submit your resume today!