Advanced Field TechnicianIndependently performs advanced diagnostics, service repairs, and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned agricultural, application, and turf equipment. Diagnosis and repair will be performed in the field a majority of the time as this is a mobile technician position.Responsibilities:Performs advanced diagnostics and repairs on agricultural, application, and turf equipment as well as established Agriculture Management Solution (AMS) productsParticipates in Service EDUCATE Training Programs required for the development of skills and knowledgeReviews and explains any maintenance, repairs, or other service concerns directly with the customer and/or documents on work orderMaintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive productsMaintains condition of vehicles, inventory, tools, and equipmentMaintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashionFollows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignmentsCompletes all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignmentsAccounts for all time and all material used in performing assigned dutiesMentors Service Technician TraineesConducts and/or support customer clinicsJob Requirements:Experience performing service repairs on Large Agriculture, Sprayers, and Turf EquipmentAbility to perform advanced repairs and maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual proceduresAdvanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in the repair of agricultural, application, and turf equipmentProficient oral and written communication skillsAbility to work on their own and have excellent organization skillsExcellent skills in operating vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposesAbility to use Service Advisor and basic computer functionsAbility to lift at least 75 lbs. repeatedlyAdvanced Service Technician Certification preferredHigh School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associates degree preferredValid driver's license required along with a good driving recordMust maintain a good driving record in compliance with company Motor Vehicle Records criteria throughout employmentForklift license preferredMust have reliable attendanceAbility to work varying shifts, weekends, and holidaysFull-Time Benefit Packages:Paid Holidays & Vacation TimeHealth, Vision, & Dental InsuranceLife Insurance401K Plan with Company MatchRoutine Performance & Pay ReviewsFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Safety Equipment AllowanceCompany Provided UniformsAll benefits subject to change.Pay Information:The hourly pay range for this position is $19 to $50.
This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base hourly wage for this role. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.In Season Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-5pm, Saturday 7am-12pm OR 7am-3pm (rotation determined by store) Off Season/Winter Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-5pm *In Season Hours may be extended during peak seasons (planting, harvest, or any other peak selling season) to meet the needs of the store. Extended Hours are determined by the needs of the store and subject to change.
* *Off Season Hours are from November-March. Start and end date to winter hours is dependent on year and subject to change. *