Heavy Duty Mechanic

Summary:

• Performs basic diagnostics, repairs and reconditions customers’ equipment, pre-delivers new equipment for sale as well as reconditions used equipment for the dealership.
• Maintains and operates all shop machines and tools.

Competencies:

• Commitment to Health and Safety - Works in compliance with all applicable health and safety legislation and established policies and procedures.
• Communication - Expresses and transmits information with consistency and clarity.
• Problem Solving - Able to break down a situation into smaller pieces to identify key issues and figure out the cause, in order to solve. Use logic and analytical methods to come to a realistic solution.
• Teamwork - Works cooperatively and effectively with others to reach a common goal. Participates actively in group activities fostering a team environment.
• Attention to Detail – Attends to details and pursues quality in the accomplishment of tasks.
• Time Management – Balances a myriad of tasks; prioritizes duties as needed.

Job Duties:

• Reconditions and repairs machinery and equipment assigned for repair by the Service Manager.
• Diagnose trouble and plan methods in sequence of performing work required in a timely manner.
• Make sure all safety equipment is in order.
• Meet with customers to discuss the repair of the equipment in for Certified Maintenance Inspection(CMI). This involves doing the actual walk around with the customer prior to repairs.
• Pinpoint problems by discussing equipment operation with customers, visually checking and listening to machinery in operation, and using testing equipment.
• Take defective units apart and repair or replace broken, worn-out or faulty parts, reassemble, adjust, lubricate and test repaired units.
• Performs basic agricultural equipment diagnostics and determines what repairs are needed, if required.
• Performs other related service work as requested by the Service Manager – customer clinics, demos, new customer equipment orientation, etc.
• Account for all detailed time and materials used.
• Prepare all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments.
• Technician comments must be input on appropriate work order segments to account for time charged.
• Maintain a clean work area and perform miscellaneous duties associated with the job.
• Must always work in a safe way so as not to hurt themselves or others.
• Work with service management team in fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of their department.
• Aid apprentice technicians for on-the-job training.

Job Requirements:

• Should have a good knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in the repair of agricultural equipment.
• Ability to perform basic repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technician Manual procedures.
• Must know the details and constructions of many machines and have the knowledge and skill to make repairs properly.
• Familiarization with the testing equipment and diagnostic procedures, as well as maintaining proficiency will be required.
• The ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Must possess computer skills for the diagnostics of equipment.
• Must be able to deal with customers either in the shop or on the farm during field service calls.
• Maintain current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products.
• A valid driver’s license.

Work Conditions:

• Flexibility in working overtime in seeding and harvest.
• Interaction with employees, management, and the public at large.
• Flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Extended periods of stooping, bending, and kneeling.
• Lifting, moving, or manipulating objects.
• Working in an environment subject to frequent temperature changes.

Locations: Rosetown, Biggar, Davidson, Central Bute, Elrose, Outlook