What are the responsibilities and job description for the Service Technician / Diesel Mechanic position at Northland Lawn & Sport LLC?
Service Technician
Department: Service
Reports to: Service Manager or Location Manager
Supervises: None
Purpose
Independently performs complex diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned equipment such as John Deere, Caterpillar, New Holland, Case IH, Bobcat farm and construction equipment.
Responsibilities
- Performs repairs and maintenance on all makes and models of equipment
- Maintains current knowledge of all brands offered as well as competitive products
- Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
- Completes all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments
- Accounts for all time within DMS and for all material used in performing assigned duties
- May perform diagnosis and repair in the field
- Interacts in a positive and respectful manner with customers and fellow employees
- Participates in John Deere training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge
- Actively assists in recruiting service work
- Shares knowledge and skills with other company technicians
- Maintains and promotes a safe work environment. Demonstrates understanding of and ability to follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
- Performs other duties as assigned
Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge
- 2 years of professional experience performing service repairs in a business setting or certificate/diploma from a recognized program
- Ability to perform repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures
- Significant knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in the repair of Diesel engines, turf equipment and handheld power equipment
- Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
- Ability to use a forklift/skid loader, forklift certification preferred
- Proficient oral and written communication skills
- Basic Service Technician certification preferred
- Must have an adequate toolset to perform job responsibilities
- Pay based on experience
Benefits
- Medical (3 plans to choose from)
- Dental
- Vision
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- $15,000 Company paid Life Insurance
- Additional voluntary Life Insurance
- 401k (up to 4% Company match)
- Holidays
- PTO Bereavement Leave Paid Community Volunteer Day
- HSA (Health Savings Account)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Virtuewell (24/7 – 365 video or phone treatment non-emergency option)
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Tool and Equipment Reimbursement
- Professional Development Assistance
- Bonus Program
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $45.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $45