Service Technician

Rensselaer • DeMotte • Fowler, IN

“Helping You Grow”

We are currently looking for Service Technicians with previous experience in either the Farm Equipment or Industrial Equipment field.

Key Attributes:

Willingness to learn and travel to attend John Deere Training.

 

Previous factory training experience with John Deere or any other major farm equipment or industrial equipment manufacturer, within the last 3 years.

 

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Job Description

SERVICE TECHNICIAN – LEVEL 1

 

Job Title:	Service Technician – Level 1
Department:	Service
Reports To:	Service Manager or Shop Foreman
Supervises:	None

 

Job Function:

A Level 1 Technician will receive work direction from the Service Manager or Shop Foreman.  Work will be completed in a safe, professional and timely manner.  Must be able to test for proper operation, using basic test equipment and procedures.  Must be able to perform most component removal, disassembly, and reconditioning, following Technical Manual procedures.  Ability to diagnose, identify and repair basic problems on machines assigned to them.  Using all repair resources available to them including more advanced technicians, Service Advisor and DTAC. Must be able to safely operate all machines.  Must conduct themselves in the presence of customers in a manner that promotes a positive image of the company.

 

Essential Duties:

1.	Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
2.	Diagnose problems and determine what repairs are needed.
3.	Develop skills in disassembly, assembly and repair of components and machines.
4.	Perform all service tasks as assigned by the Service Manager or Shop Foreman.
5.	Prepare all reports and forms required in conjunction with job assignments.   Document accurate and detailed records of work as it is performed.
6.	Document unusual or excessive time requirements for unforeseen problems.
7.	Report any additional work recommended and/or required on equipment to the Service Manager or Shop Foreman, for notification to customer or sales department.
8.	Participate in all training programs as directed by the Service Manager or Shop Foreman.
9.	Maintain a clean work area and perform work in a neat and orderly fashion.  Maintain and care for all shop tools, machines and equipment.
10.	Bring to the attention of the Service Manager or Shop Foreman any shop tools, equipment or vehicle that is not in a serviceable condition or is unsafe to use.
11.	Accountable for completing/performing all work as stated.
12.	Always conduct self so as to present a professional image of the dealership.

 

Skills & Qualifications:

Graduation from John Deere Tech program preferred but not required.  Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write diagnosis and work completed on routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively one on one or before groups. Ability to use personal computer and various types of diagnostic equipment. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Have a basic set of tools