Turf Technician; Engine

Position: Turf Technician (Small Engine)
Location: Clay Center

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.

We credit our success to our knowledgeable, competitive, hardworking, and passionate employees that strive for excellence in everything they do. We live out our Guiding Principles of Integrity, Servant Leadership, Courageous Innovation, and Performance.

With over 100 years of experience in the agricultural industry we have a rich heritage, growth mindset, and entrepreneurial spirit. Today, we have a strong presence in numerous locations with our support spanning through western Iowa, eastern Nebraska, central and eastern Kansas, and northwest Missouri.

We are seeking driven, highly motivated, collaborative, and intellectually curious professionals who want to be part of cultivating the highest impact culture in the agriculture equipment industry. Previous experience and knowledge of large ag equipment or commercial/turf equipment is welcomed but not required. We can train with the right individual who is willing to work hard and make customers their #1 priority.

Look Forward. Adapt Often. Lead Always.

General

Purpose:

Performs basic diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned turf equipment. The position may require some direction or guidance from the Service Manager, Service Location Manager, Shop Foreman or senior technicians.

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Performs basic diagnostics and repairs on turf equipment

Participates in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge

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 on a time card and for all material used in performing assigned duties

Supervisory Duties:

None.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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.

Education:

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

Experience:

Performs basic diagnostics and repairs on turf equipment

Participates in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge

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 on a time card and for all material used in performing assigned duties

Additional Requirements/

Licenses/Certifications:

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.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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…