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Ag Field technician

Ziegler Cat
Fort Dodge, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/8/2026
Ziegler Ag Equipment has a Field Service Ag Technician position open to work on the full line of Ag equipment from planting to harvest equipment to support customers surrounding our Fort Dodge branch. A company truck is provided.

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Founded in 1914, Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer with over 2400 employees across 30 locations in Minnesota, Iowa and northern Missouri. Since day one Ziegler has had the same philosophy- if the customer is successful- then Ziegler will be successful. That is why Ziegler is committed to providing employees with the best possible work environment and the right tools for career development. This means great benefits, work/life balance, and ongoing professional development and training. Fulfill your calling by starting a career with Ziegler today!

The pay range for this position is $37.00 to $49.00

Starting wage is dependent on skills, experience, education and location. Pay range may vary by 10% depending upon the applicant's location. Along with competitive pay, full time positions are benefits eligible which includes:

  • Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

  • 15 days of PTO your first year, accrual starts day 1

  • 9 paid holidays

  • 401(k) plan with company contribution and match

  • HSA (Health Savings Account), Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each year

  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, FSA & EAP

  • Paid Parental Leave & Funeral Leave

  • Fitness membership discount

  • Education Assistance

  • Safety Boot Reimbursement, PPE & Uniforms provided

  • Tool Insurance

  • Safe, clean and friendly work environment

Responsibilities:

  • Diagnose and repair ag equipment from application, tillage, planting to harvest equipment at the customer's location
  • Uses a high degree of independent judgment to repair a variety of complex equipment and tools, which involve mechanical, hydraulic, gas, diesel, and electrical systems
  • Work safely at all times, following company policies, procedures and standards
  • Responds to customer needs in a positive, supportive, and timely manner to ensure maximum value for work performed
  • Work collaboratively and assist other technicians as needed regarding troubleshooting repairs
  • Document work orders in a complete and timely manner to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction; identify and communicate the need for parts for inventory

Qualifications:

  • 2-year technical college degree in diesel technology or related field; or high school diploma/GED and 2 years of comparable shop mechanicexperience
  • 3 years of relevantdiesel equipment repair experience, preferably some field experience
  • Working knowledge of repairing a variety of agricultural equipment; ag technology experience is a definite plus
  • Ability to write and communicate effectively, interact with supervisors, customers, and team members
  • Basic computer skills to document work orders and utilize online diagnostic systems
  • Own mechanic tool set
  • Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment including service truck
  • Willing and able to respond to after-hour emergency calls as directed by the supervisor
  • Must have and maintain a clean driving record
  • Class A CDL or willingness to obtain one within a defined period
  • Obtain a DOT medical certification card
  • Pass a DOT pre-employment drug screen & physical due to this role being deemed safety sensitive position
  • Able to operate equipment safely

Minimum Physical Requirements:

  • Push/pull up to 50 lbs
  • Lift/carry up to 60 lbs
  • Lift bulky objects
  • Standing, walking, using hands, talking, hearing, neck rotation, trunk rotation, stair climbing, ladder climbing, repetitive bending, kneeling, sustained squat, forward reaching, overhead reaching, supine overhead reaching, crawling, bin lift, high steps, fingering/grasping - able to use bolt box.
  • Working Conditions may be indoor and/or outdoor. Noise level may be loud at times.

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. Ziegler Inc. will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals.

At Ziegler Inc. we're committed to equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.


Ziegler Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.

 

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