Service Technician

Who We Are

Agri Vision Equipment Group and Prairie Land Partners (AVE-PLP, LLC) is a joint venture between two of the top John Deere Dealerships in the United States. By joining forces, we continue to lead the charge in technology, innovation, and best-in-class service and support for our respective customers. Our purpose is to lead agriculture in rural America.

$21.00/hr - $50.00/hr

The Service Technician is responsible for performing diagnostics, service repairs, and maintenance work on customer and dealer-owned equipment. The Service Technician reports to the Service Manager.

• Performs repairs and maintenance using proper tools, techniques, and equipment for the machines that the technician specializes in.
• Follows Technical Manual procedures when conducting maintenance and repairs on machines of the Technician’s specialty.
• Seeks direction and guidance from the Service Manager or senior technicians as necessary.
• Maintains contact with customers about work performed on equipment as necessary.
• Participates in training programs that are required for advancing work-related skills and knowledge.
• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products.
• Maintains vehicles, inventory, AVE-PLP tools, personal tools, and equipment in good working order.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as required and necessary to ensure the success of AVE-PLP.

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• Ability to consistently promote, support, work, and act in a manner in support of AVE-PLP’s DNA.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in the repair of customer and dealer-owned equipment.
• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with AVE-PLP staff and customers, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Ability to use job-related computer applications and basic computer functions.

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) equivalent is required.

• Two or more years of experience performing service repairs is preferred.
• Experience with the mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in off road, construction, lawn, or heavy equipment is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Passing a driving record (MVR), criminal history background checks, employment verification, and drug screen will be required prior to the start of employment.
• Forklift license preferred or ability to obtain one.

• Occasional outdoor work in extreme weather conditions (hot/cold); walking on uneven terrain; occasional exposure to insects.
• Regular and long-term exposure to work areas containing toxic/caustic/hazardous/volatile chemicals; extreme conditions such as hot/cold; sharp hazards; dust/fumes/gasses; electrical shock; moving mechanical parts; high pitched and/or constant loud noise.
• Work may involve assisting with sampling, calibration of equipment and process instruments calibration/maintenance in difficult areas.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required including cold weather gear, eye protection, gloves, and provided uniform.
• A clean and safety-conscientious work environment is required.
• Work may involve long hours and overtime during holidays, weekends, and evenings.
• Required to rotate on-call responsibilities for up to a week at a time.

• Ability to stand, sit, walk, walk on unpaved terrain, talk, reach with arms and hands, have good manual dexterity, use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard, handle or feel, hear alarms/telephones/normal speaking voice.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• May involve climbing…