Ag Technician / Mechanic

Job Title: Service Technician

Location: Westminster, Maryland

$5000 Sign on bonus, expires 6/30/26

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

Responsibilities:

• Performs diagnostics and repairs on John Deere equipment and technology
• 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 JDU Service 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
• Participation in monthly branch and company on-call schedules as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

Strength & Lifting:

• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull 5075 lbs; occasionally up to 100 lbs with assistance
• Handle heavy components such as tires, hydraulic parts, and engine components
• Use hoists, cranes, and lifting devices safely

Mobility & Body Positioning:

• Regularly required to:
• Stand and walk for extended periods (810+ hours/day)
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl under equipment
• Climb ladders, steps, and onto large machinery (tractors, combines, sprayers)
• Work in confined or awkward positions when performing repairs

Manual Dexterity & Coordination:

• Operate hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment with precision
• Maintain steady hand-eye coordination for:
• Electrical diagnostics
• Hydraulic system repairs
• Small component adjustments

Endurance & Stamina:

• Sustain physical effort throughout long shifts
• Perform repetitive motions such as:
• Wrenching
• Lifting
• Tool use
• Handle peak-season overtime (planting/harvest periods)

Work Environment Tolerance:

• Ability to work in:
• Outdoor conditions (heat, cold, rain, mud, dust)
• Shop environments with noise, fumes, and moving equipment
• Exposure to:
• Oils, grease, fuel, and chemicals
• Vibration from machinery and tools

Vision & Sensory Requirements:

• Close vision for detailed mechanical work
• Ability to:
• Read service manuals, schematics, and digital screens
• Distinguish colors (wiring, fluids, indicators)
• Hearing ability to diagnose engine and mechanical issues

Safety & Physical Awareness:

• Maintain balance and awareness around:
• Moving equipment
• Elevated surfaces
• Heavy machinery
• Proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
• Safety glasses
• Steel-toe boots
• Gloves
• Hearing protection

Travel & Field Work (if applicable):

• Ability to:
• Drive service trucks
• Travel to customer locations
• Perform repairs in field conditions (uneven terrain, remote sites)

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
• Valid DOT Medical Card or be able to obtain one. Be able to maintain certification.
• Valid driver's license required

The pay range for this position is $20-$38 per hour based on experience