Service Technician

Location Options:

Acton, Suffolk - CO10 0BA

Ardleigh, Essex - CO7 7LG

Buxhall, Suffolk - IP14 3DL

Cromer, Hertfordshire - SG2 7QA

Dunmow, Essex - CM6 1HD

Framfield, East Sussex - TN22 5RN

Ivychurch, Kent - TN29 0AL

Maulden, Bedfordshire - MK45 2BG

Rayleigh, Essex - SS6 9RL

Stockbury, Kent - ME9 7RD

Worlingworth, Suffolk - IP13 7HU

Hours: 39 or 40 hours per week, depending on location

Job Function:

Reporting to the Service Manager, the main purpose of the job is to be able to carry out high standard diagnostics, servicing and repairs to John Deere and other equipment for new and existing customers.

This is a customer facing role which requires you to build strong customer relationships and deliver world class customer service.

Essential Duties:

• Perform diagnostics and repairs on agricultural/turf equipment, including AMS products.
• Complete all reports and administration required for work assignments (job cards – DTAC case – time sheets, etc.).
• Maintain a clean workstation, assist with overall workshop organisation, cleanliness and correct use of tools and vehicles.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
• Actively participate in training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge.
• Perform diagnostics and repairs in the field when required.
• Support technicians with diagnostics and repairs in field when required.
• Perform pre-delivery set up on new or used equipment.

• Support Product Specialists when required.
• Mentor apprentices and other technicians.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience performing service repairs
• Ability to perform repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following approved technical procedures
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems to perform repairs
• Ability to use standard computer applications, internet functions and John Deere Service ADVISOR
• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
• Good customer relationship skills
• Familiar with John Deere and competitive products
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Minimum LTA certification level or comparable John Deere scale
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends
• Valid Driving Licence essential
• Fork lift licence preferred

Company Benefits such as - Healthshield Cash Back Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Long Service Awards, Financial Wellbeing Meetings, Company Pension Scheme, Paid holiday plus bank holidays, a Company Van for work purposes, as well as Overtime opportunities.