Service technician / mechanic - Military Veterans
at John Deere
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Service Technician
Position Specifics:
Reports to: Service Manager
Supervises: None
Job Description:
Technician is responsible for repair and maintenance of a variety of agricultural, lawn maintenance and construction equipment. This technician may be required to go out into the field and service equipment. Candidate will be required to demonstrate a variety of skills from basic mechanical to complex technical diagnostics of modern computerized systems. Must be able to provide own basic tool kit. Must be able to navigate product support software, computer programs for work order maintenance and write reports for customers invoicing. Will be required to exercise good customer relations and handle customer complaints as well as maintain working relationship with fellow employees. Must always follow safety practices.
Job Qualifications:
· Experience working on equipment; preferable in Agricultural, Lawn maintenance or Construction
· Valid Florida Driver's License
· Mechanical knowledge, preferably z-tracks to 2 Stroke equipment.
· Certification in automotive air-conditioning
· Read hydraulic schematics and diagnose hydraulic system faults
· Read electrical schematics and diagnose electronic faults
· Experience in diagnosing and repair of diesel engines
· Experience with telematics, desirable
· Strong communication skills, great sense of humor preferred
· Must be able to maintain files
· Basic Data Entry and write reports
· Must be able to work in a fast paced, extreme environmental conditions and meet deadlines
· Team builder
· Self-motivated, over achiever
This position offers a very competitive benefits package; including medical and dental coverage, matching 401k and other benefits
Experience Requirement: 3-5 years of mechanic experience
Travel Requirement: As needed to achieve success
USA
We at John Deere are passionate about finding a way to give back to those who have served our Country. Working for a John Deere dealership or factory is bigger than just a job. It's growth in oneself, on a path to achieving all you hoped to accomplish. It's pride in your community, from the first customer you serve to supporting the community. It's knowing that what you do helps to feed, clothe, and shelter the world. It all starts with you. Starting here. Starting now!
Interested in joining the industry's best? At John Deere, veterans will find:
• A higher sense of purpose – helping those the farmers and infra-structure workers that feed and shelter the world
• A team-based environment focused on supporting the customer
• A never-ending desire for continuous improvement - We are looking for leaders, change agents, different perspectives
• Market leading pay and benefits
John Deere actively welcomes transitioning active duty service members to participate in internship opportunities at our dealership and factory locations across the United States. Timing of the internship is mutually agreed upon between the service member, her/his commander. Potential opportunities include:
• Dealer technicians – Nationwide opportunities
• Factory production roles at 16 major facilities– assembly, welders, machinists, skilled trades
• Support roles – IT, supply chain, logistics, engineering, human resources
How to apply:
Check out our open opportunities to the right for more information and to apply.
Once you click ‘Apply Now’, John Deere will receive a notification with your information. In order to be considered for next steps, please make sure you have an updated resume uploaded to your RecruitMilitary profile. Once John Deere reviews your resume and profile, a recruiter will reach out to provide you with more information and to schedule you for an interview.
Discuss Your Career Options with a Veteran at John Deere Today!
All interested service members and veterans can learn more and fill out a contact card at https://www.deere.com/MilitaryCSP. We will connect you with a John Deere veteran to discuss all potential options/matches.