Service Technician / Diesel Mechanic

NORTHLAND LAWN, SPORT & EQUIPMENT

Negaunee, MI

Pay: $22-$40/hr

Shift: Full time

**Service Technician**

*Department:* Service

*Reports to:* Service Manager or Location Manager

*Supervises****:*** None

**Purpose**

Independently performs complex diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned equipment such as John Deere, Caterpillar, New Holland, Case IH, Bobcat farm and construction equipment.

**Responsibilities**

• Performs repairs and maintenance on all makes and models of equipment
• Maintains current knowledge of all brands offered as well as competitive products
• Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
• Completes all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments
• Accounts for all time within DMS and for all material used in performing assigned duties
• May perform diagnosis and repair in the field
• Interacts in a positive and respectful manner with customers and fellow employees
• Participates in John Deere training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge
• Actively assists in recruiting service work
• Shares knowledge and skills with other company technicians
• Maintains and promotes a safe work environment. Demonstrates understanding of and ability to follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
• Performs other duties as assigned

**Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge**

• 2+ years of professional experience performing service repairs in a business setting or certificate/diploma from a recognized program
• Ability to perform repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures
• Significant knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in the repair of Diesel engines, turf equipment and handheld power equipment
• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
• Ability to use a forklift/skid loader, forklift certification preferred
• Proficient oral and written communication skills
• Basic Service Technician certification preferred
• Must have an adequate toolset to perform job responsibilities
• Pay based on experience

**Benefits**

• Medical (3 plans to choose from)
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• $15,000 Company paid Life Insurance
• Additional voluntary Life Insurance
• 401k (up to 4% Company match)
• Holidays
• PTO Bereavement Leave Paid Community Volunteer Day
• HSA (Health Savings Account)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Virtuewell (24/7 – 365 video or phone treatment non-emergency option)
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Tool and Equipment Reimbursement
• Professional Development Assistance
• Bonus Program

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $40.00 per hour

Work Location: In person