Agricultural Equipment Technician

at  Green Diamond Equipment

Green Diamond Equipment is your Maritime John Deere Dealership with 15 locations to serve you, and we are proud to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies of 2024!
We are currently looking for a skilled, dedicated person to fill the position of Agricultural Equipment Technician (Mechanic) at our Stratford, PEI location.
Please note: If we like your resume, you will receive an email asking you to take a quick 5 minute questionnaire from Predictive Index. Please keep an eye for it in your email. Sometimes it goes to your junk mail.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

2+ years of experience performing service repairs required
High school certificate required.
Diesel Mechanic Red Seal Certification and/or Apprenticeship required.
Valid driver’s license required.
Forklift license preferred.
Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in the repair of agricultural and turf equipment
Ability to perform basic repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures
Ability to use Service Advisor and basic computer functions
Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
Proficient oral and written communication skills
Ability to lift at least 75 lbs. repeatedly

PURPOSE:

Independently performs basic diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned agricultural equipment and implements. May require some direction or guidance from the Service Manager, Service Location Manager, Shop Foreman, or senior technicians.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs diagnostics and repairs on agricultural equipment and established Precision Ag products
Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts, components, or systems, using hand and power tools
Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers specifications
Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment
May attach components and adjust new farm equipment
Participates in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge, must be willing to travel
Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and 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 and for all material used in performing assigned duties
Follows duties for technician outlined in Green Diamond RO process
Work with other departments as directed by your Service Manager
Utilizes knowledge and capabilities, going above and beyond to keep Green Diamond customers equipment up and running
Encourage and support teamwork, workplace safety and cooperative fun work environment
Due to the nature of our business, technicians can/will be required to work overtime and be on call primarily during the peaks of our seasons. This will vary by store location.
May be required to support other location due to specialized training and/or staff shortages