Turf Technician / Mechanic -- Equipment Service and repair

Turf Tech Job

Atlantic Tractor -- John Deere Dealership

Pocomoke City, Maryland

Sign on Bonus: $5000. (exp 8/31/26)

Job Description

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 or Shop Foreman.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products.
• Performs diagnostics and repairs on John Deere and competitive equipment and technology. Equipment type but not limited to: Skid loaders, Mini Excavator, 4 wheel front loaders, Compact Utility Tractors, Utility Vehicles, Commercial and Residential mowing equipment.
• Extensive diagnostic and repair capabilities for 2 stroke and 4 stroke small engines.
• Mentors Service Technician Trainees and Service Technicians
• Provide delivery support as needed, ie equipment pick up and or delivery
• 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
• 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:

• 3+ years of relevant professional experience repairing small gas and diesel engines to be considered.
• Experience performing service repairs; demonstrated experience consistently meeting performance metrics preferred
• Experience performing repairs and maintenance using special tools and equipment
• Following technical manuals and or specific computer programs and platform procedures on machines of the Technicians specialty
• Experience with the mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in off road, construction, turf, 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 drivers license required, must be 21 yrs of age with relevant driving experience

The compensation for this position is $20-$32 per hr. Based on experience.