Diesel Mechanic - Service Technician

Service TechnicianUnited 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 Service Technician. This individual will be responsible for the effective diagnosis and repair of engine components including small engines, agricultural equipment, and other equipment sold in the market area. Their work must be completed safely, professionally, and in a timely manner. If you're the kind of person who strives to do great work, excels in creative team environments, and lives for problem-solving this is the place for you.What You'll DoThe successful candidate will perform complex diagnostics, service repairs, and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned equipment.Work must be completed at high levels of quality and safety.Daily duties will include some customer contact, diagnosing, troubleshooting using diagnostic tools, and making repairs.RequirementsMust own and maintain their own tools (specialty tools provided by dealership)Basic computer skillsAbility to assemble and perform maintenance functionsAble to work a varying work schedule/shift and be flexible to respond to after-hour callsStrong customer service skillsExcellent oral communication and written skillsStrong organizational skillsPreferredA minimum of 2-3 years' experience as a mechanic working on small engines, diesel and gas engines, and small handheld componentsExperience with John Deere EquipmentEducationHigh school diploma or GEDPhysical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to stand, sit, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and telephoneSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirementsHearing ability is sufficient to communicate with others in person or over the phoneLight to moderate lifting may be required (up to 50 pounds)Ability to reach, stoop, kneel, and bend as needed