What are the responsibilities and job description for the Service Technician position at DFS?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and skilled Service Technician to join our team and drive excellence in equipment maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting within farm environments. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a variety of complex machinery and systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical background, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service. As a Service Technician, you will play a vital role in the reliability and functioning of our equipment, supporting operations, and providing technical expertise to clients and team members alike.
Duties
- Shop work (fabrication, mechanical...), install repair and maint. work at various customer locations.
- Utilize schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals to troubleshoot electrical systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and control circuits effectively.
- Conduct electrical diagnostics using tools such as voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, and multimeters to identify faults and ensure accurate repairs.
- Operate and maintain specialized equipment such as scissor lifts and welding tools to facilitate repairs in various work environments.
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to track service history and schedule preventative maintenance.
- Collaborate with engineering team to analyze system performance issues and implement effective solutions for equipment optimization.
- Provide exceptional customer service by communicating clearly with clients about repair processes, timelines, and maintenance recommendations.
Qualifications
- Proven experience working in manufacturing facilities or industrial maintenance environments with knowledge of HVAC/R systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical troubleshooting.
- Strong mechanical aptitude complemented by experience with precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
- Familiarity with schematics reading, electrical blueprint interpretation, and engineering troubleshooting techniques.
- Hands-on experience with stick welding, electrical diagnostics, equipment repair, and troubleshooting pneumatic/hydraulic systems.
- Knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs), electrical systems maintenance, and industrial electrician practices.
- Ability to operate diagnostic tools including voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, and schematics reading for complex troubleshooting tasks.
- Excellent analysis skills combined with customer service orientation to deliver timely solutions while maintaining positive client relationships.
- Valid certifications or experience related to farm and mechanical systems are highly desirable.
- Strong communication skills in English are essential for effective teamwork and client interactions.
Join us as a Service Technician if you’re eager to apply your technical expertise in a tight knit family environment where your skills make a real difference!
Pay: $15.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 – 60.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- How close to Dorr, Mi do you live?
- What farm and/or mechanical experience to you have?
- Can you pass a drug test? If not, there is no need to apply.
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $35