Turf Equipment Mechanic -- Service and Repair

Atlantic Tractor -- John Deere Dealer

Clayton, Delaware

$5000 sign on bonus -- Expires 4/30/26

Purpose: 

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

Responsibilities: 

• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products. 

• Performs diagnostics and repairs on John Deere equipment and technology

• Performs diagnostics and repairs on 2 cycle hand held products.

• Performs diagnostics, repairs and preventive maintenance services on the road when necessary

• Mentors Service Technician Trainees and Service Technicians 

• Conducts or supports customer clinics 

• Performs diagnostics and repairs in the field as required 

• Accountable for billable time and assigned work orders 

• Responsible for complete and thorough documentation of diagnostics and repairs performed on work orders and on time submittal of information 

• May participate in John Deere University and Dealer Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge 

• Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment required to perform job responsibilities 

• Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion

• Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments 

• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products 

• Be able to lift 50 lbs 

• Additional duties as assigned

Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge: 

• Experience performing service repairs; demonstrated experience consistently meeting performance metrics preferred 

• Experience performing repairs and maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures on machines of the Technician’s specialty

• Experience with the mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in off road, construction, lawn, or heavy equipment 

• Experience operating vehicles, tools, and equipment for diagnostic purposes

• Experience with basic computer functions; experience using Service ADVISOR™ or other computer based diagnostic repair tools preferred 

• Experience working cooperatively in a team environment 

• Experience communicating effectively verbally and in writing 

• Must have an adequate toolset to perform job responsibilities 

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required; Associates degree preferred 

• Have current or be able to obtain DOT Medical Certificate. 

• Valid driver’s license required (Mandatory)
  
  
  
  The pay range for this position is $20-$32 per hour based on experience.