John Deere Small Engine & Diesel Mechanic

Sydney, NS

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 John Deere Small Engine & Diesel Mechanic at our Sydney, NS location.

The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background and experience in automotive or small engine/equipment repair. This position offers the opportunity to work with a variety of equipment and tools in a dynamic environment. We service and repair John Deere equipment from Lawn mowers to Compact Tractors.

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.

Purpose:

Independently performs complex diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned John Deere turf equipment. May require some direction or guidance from the Service Manager.

 
Responsibilities:

• Performs complex diagnostics and repairs mechanical and electrical issues.
• Participates in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge
• Rebuilds and installs small components on equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance and inspections on a variety of John Deere Equipment.
• Performs diagnosis and repair in the field as required
• Disassembles and assembles new equipment.
• Uses schematics and technical manuals to troubleshoot problems.
• Supports customer clinics
• Maintains current knowledge of 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 material used in performing assigned duties

Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge:

• 1+ years of experience performing service repairs
• Experience in automotive repair or as a mechanic preferred.
• Ability to perform complex repairs and maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures on the machines of the Technician's specialty
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in the repair of turf equipment
• Excellent skills in operating vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting schematics.
• Ability to use computers
• Comfortable using email and various software for communication and workflow processes.
• Ability to lift at least 75 lbs. repeatedly
• Valid driver’s license required.
•  

If you are a motivated and skilled technician looking to work in a challenging and rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply.

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/).

Please apply today!