Service Technician - Lawn and Garden Equipment - Military Veterans
at John Deere
- Pay $18 - $30 / hour
SHOP SERVICE TECHNICIAN - LAWN EQUIPMENT AND SMALL ENGINE
Purpose:
This position is responsible for repairing and maintaining electric, diesel and gasoline agricultural, industrial, and turf equipment.
Responsibilities
Reads job order and observes equipment in operation to determine malfunction and plans work procedures.
Installs fuel injection nozzles and pumps, change or recharges batteries, and replaces transmissions, hydraulic systems and component parts.
Examines protective guards, loose bolts and specified safety devises on equipment, and makes adjustments.
Lubricates moving parts and operates repaired equipment to verify conformance to specifications.
Enters a legible description of work performed onto the work orders.
Maintains and cares for the shop tools and equipment.
Maintains a clean work area and performs miscellaneous housekeeping duties associated with the job.
Ensures work is performed safely and safe work procedures are followed throughout the department.
Reads schematics denoting operating specifications for unit or component and type of evaluation required
Tests unit for conformance with operating requirements
Helps ensure that our new and used whole goods are in good working condition.
Complies with all state and local laws while operating company vehicle.
Other roles and responsibilities as determined by supervisor
Education, Skill and/or Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Technical school preferred.
Valid Drivers License
7 years or more related experience preferred and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
United States / Remote
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.