Field Service Technician – John Deere Construction & Forestry Equipment
Beard Equipment Company is an authorized John Deere dealer committed to creating success for our customers, employees, and communities. Our mission is to build lasting relationships through quality products and reliable service. We live by four core values: Be Dependable, Be Valuable, Be Thoughtful, and Make a Difference.
Position Summary
The Field Service Technician diagnoses, repairs, and maintains John Deere construction, forestry, and industrial equipment at customer job sites using a company-provided service truck. This position serves as a front-line representative of Beard Equipment, delivering safe, professional, and responsive service while operating independently in the field.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair diesel, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems at customer locations.
- Perform preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and emergency service repairs in the field.
- Operate and maintain a company service truck in accordance with company policies, driving safety standards, and all applicable traffic laws.
- Complete work orders, service reports, and repair documentation accurately and timely.
- Communicate repair findings, maintenance recommendations, and equipment concerns with customers and managers.
- Maintain service truck inventory, tools, equipment, and vehicle inspections.
- Serve as a professional representative of Beard Equipment while working at customer job sites.
- Follow all safety procedures, including job site safety requirements, vehicle safety practices, and company policies.
- Participate in ongoing technical, safety, and manufacturer training programs.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in the field and service vehicle.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Experience repairing heavy equipment, diesel engines, construction equipment, or related machinery preferred.
- Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and mechanical skills.
- Basic computer and diagnostic software knowledge.
- Valid driver's license required with an acceptable driving record.
- Current DOT Medical Card required or ability to obtain one.
- Ability to safely operate a service truck and travel regularly to customer job sites.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to lift, climb, bend, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Why Join Beard?
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Paid training and career advancement opportunities
- Company-provided service truck and specialized equipment
- Industry-leading John Deere equipment
- A company culture built on teamwork, integrity, and service excellence
Build your future with Beard Equipment and help keep our customers running strong wherever the job takes them.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
Beard Equipment Company was founded in 1970 by William B. Beard Sr. as a John Deere Construction and Forestry dealer. The first dealership was located in Pensacola, Florida. Operations grew to include Panama City in 1972, Mobile, Alabama in 1982, Freeport in 2004, Jacksonville, Lake City and Palatka in 2011, Tallahassee and Perry in 2014, and Ocala in 2015. Mr. Beard believed in taking care of customers and having agreements based on handshakes. He felt that the two most important company assets are the relationship with our customers and having high quality employees. The company continues to operate with these values at the core of our philosophy. Three generations of the Beard family have operated the business over the last 40 years and the family approach to customers and employees is a key ingredient to our success. Today more than 300 hard working employees serve customers across all of our equipment divisions. They are all linked by one common goal: Focusing on our customer and their equipment needs.