Agricultural Equipment Technician

Stratford, PE

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. 

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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

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

What We Offer:
We offer full-time employment, an opportunity for advancement within a progressive organization and a competitive compensation package which includes salary, family health benefits and company pension plan, boot and tool allowance.

We are now offering a personal finance training program through Enriched Academy for all our employees (https://www.enrichedacademy.com/).

Hours: 40-44 hours/week

Wage range: $19/hr-$30/hr

Please apply today!