Irrigation Sales & Service Specialist - Military Veterans
at John Deere
Ag Irrigation Sales & Service Specialist
Frontline Ag SolutionsConrad, MT
- $20 to $30 Hourly (plus commission)
- Vision , Medical , Dental , Life Insurance , Retirement
- Full-Time
Department: Irrigation
Reports to: Irrigation Department Manager or Store Manager
Supervises: Irrigation Service Department
Purpose:
Provide customer support, maintenance and repair of irrigation equipment including systems, pumps and motors. Provides both telephone and on-site support for customers that includes taking detailed messages and parts sales.
Responsibilities:
- Greets customers and assists in determining irrigation needs and makes practical recommendations to meet their needs.
- Assist in the selling, stocking, receiving and inventorying irrigation department parts
- Diagnose, inspect, recondition, repair, assemble, and irrigation equipment
- Perform in-field irrigation diagnostics and repairs as required
- Serve as an in-field representative for the dealership to provide irrigation solutions and enhance customer satisfaction
- Reviews work orders for completeness and accuracy prior to customer billing, including any parts and/or fluids used
- Proactively seek and participate in available company-sponsored training, in an effort to develop and advance knowledge base and skill set
- Maintains current knowledge of Valley Irrigation product as well as competitive products
- Maintains condition of vehicles, inventory, tools and equipment
- Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
- Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
- Completes all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments
- Accounts for all time on a time card and for all material used in performing assigned duties
- 1+ years of experience performing irrigation service repairs
- 1+ years of welding experience
- Ability to perform basic repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures
- Proficient knowledge of mechanical and electrical used in the repair of irrigation equipment
- Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
- Proficient oral and written communication skills
- Ability to lift at least 75 lbs. repeatedly
- High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associates degree preferred
- Valid driver's license is required
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.
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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.