Overview
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Repair Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing parts on John Deere, Case IH, Bourgault, Flexi-Coil, and New Holland air seeders and grain drills.
Duties
- Travel to farms and install parts on air seeders.
- Be physically able to crawl under equipment, and lift up to 40 pounds.
- Be able to work independently on small jobs, or with a crew of up to 4 on full rebuild jobs.
- Collaborate with other technicians to maximize efficiency while delivering quality service.
- Repairs including replacing wear parts on row units, cutting and installing hose, upgrading cart components to stainless steel, and replacing metering equipment on air carts.
Requirements
- Background in mechanics or experience working with repairing equipment on a farm.
- DOT health card to pull an enclosed trailer behind a pickup, or willingness to obtain a health card after hiring.
- Familiar with DOT guidelines for non-CDL commercial driving.
- Attention to detail to effectively service equipment.
- Willingness to work longer hours during busy times of the year.
- Good communication skills to work with farmers on coordinating service appointments, and resolving unforeseen issues during service jobs.
- Knowledge of hand, electric, and pneumatic tools used in mechanics, and the ability to use them.
- Job is commission based, and commission rate will be dependent on experience.
- Travel within 6 hours is required up to 60% of the time during peak seasons.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Tools provided
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person