Maintenance Mechanic

Description:

Who We Are

United Ag & Turf NE is a John Deere Dealership with multiple locations across the Northeast. We service customers in a variety of industries such as commercial, construction, agricultural, as well as consumers. United Ag & Turf strives for exceptional customer service throughout all our locations and departments including parts, sales, and service.

United sees an incredible opportunity in the Northeast to continue to expand the John Deere brand. We will continue to invest heavily in the region, building new facilities, updating and upgrading operations and empowering the business to continue to bring on talented, hardworking people to the team. United Ag & Turf is a sister company to United Construction & Forestry, so the opportunities for our employees to leverage career growth and advancement are endless. We invite you to join us now, as this is just the beginning.

What You’ll Get

• Bonus Program
• Training through John Deere University
• Tool Reimbursement
• A comprehensive employee benefits plan that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401K Match
• Referral Bonus
• Earned PTO
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Company holidays
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Great Work/Life Balance
• Opportunities for advancement

Job Type: Full Time

Schedule: Monday – Friday 1st shift – Saturdays as needed

United Ag & Turf NE is looking for a Maintenance Mechanic that is responsible for performing routine maintenance tasks as outlined in the owner’s manual, completing machine inspections, and documenting potential repairs on work orders. This role may require some direction or guidance from the Service Manager, Service Location Manager, Shop Foreman, or senior technicians while supporting the Service department in a professional, safe, and timely manner.

What You’ll Do

• Performs maintenance tasks on all John Deere equipment at suggested intervals
• Performs required work quickly and efficiently within standard job times
• Performs repairs on all makes and models of equipment
• Inspects machine during routine maintenance to identify any additional repairs noting them on the work order
• Accountable for billable time and assigned work orders
• Responsible for complete and thorough documentation of diagnostics and repairs performed on work orders and on time submittal of information
• May participate in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge
• Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment required to perform job responsibilities
• Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
• Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products

Requirements:

What It Takes

• Experience operating vehicles, tools, and equipment used in machinery routine maintenance
• Experience with the mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in off road, construction, lawn, or heavy equipment
• Experience with basic computer functions; experience using Service ADVISOR™ preferred
• or other computer based diagnostic repair tools preferred
• Experience working cooperatively in a team environment
• Experience communicating effectively verbally and in writing
• Must have an adequate toolset to perform job responsibilities

Preferred

• Associates degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school
• A minimum of 5 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Education

• High school diploma or GED

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Stand for long periods of time, bend, lay, and crawl under to repair and service machines.
• Lift parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Maneuver on/under heavy equipment and on agricultural/construction sites with irregular terrain
• Operate a motor vehicle during both day and night as well.
• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, type or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear, sit, stand, and walk.