Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance MechanicUnited Ag & Turf NE is a John Deere Dealership with multiple locations across the Northeast. We service customers in a variety of industries such as commercial, construction, agricultural, as well as consumers. United Ag & Turf strives for exceptional customer service throughout all our locations and departments including parts, sales, and service.United sees an incredible opportunity in the Northeast to continue to expand the John Deere brand. We will continue to invest heavily in the region, building new facilities, updating and upgrading operations and empowering the business to continue to bring on talented, hardworking people to the team. United Ag & Turf is a sister company to United Construction & Forestry, so the opportunities for our employees to leverage career growth and advancement are endless. We invite you to join us now, as this is just the beginning.United Ag & Turf NE is looking for a Maintenance Mechanic that is responsible for performing routine maintenance tasks as outlined in the owner's manual, completing machine inspections, and documenting potential repairs on work orders. This role may require some direction or guidance from the Service Manager, Service Location Manager, Shop Foreman, or senior technicians while supporting the Service department in a professional, safe, and timely manner.What You'll DoPerforms maintenance tasks on all John Deere equipment at suggested intervalsPerforms required work quickly and efficiently within standard job timesPerforms repairs on all makes and models of equipmentInspects machine during routine maintenance to identify any additional repairs noting them on the work orderAccountable for billable time and assigned work ordersResponsible for complete and thorough documentation of diagnostics and repairs performed on work orders and on time submittal of informationMay participate in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledgeOperates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment required to perform job responsibilitiesMaintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashionFollows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignmentsMaintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive productsRequirementsWhat It TakesExperience operating vehicles, tools, and equipment used in machinery routine maintenanceExperience with the mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in off road, construction, lawn, or heavy equipmentExperience with basic computer functions; experience using Service ADVISOR™ preferred or other computer based diagnostic repair tools preferredExperience working cooperatively in a team environmentExperience communicating effectively verbally and in writingMust have an adequate toolset to perform job responsibilitiesPreferredAssociates degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical schoolA minimum of 5 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.EducationHigh school diploma or GEDPhysical RequirementsStand for long periods of time, bend, lay, and crawl under to repair and service machines.Lift parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds unassistedManeuver on/under heavy equipment and on agricultural/construction sites with irregular terrainOperate a motor vehicle during both day and night as well.Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, type or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear, sit, stand, and walk.