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Service Technician

Sinclair Tractor, Sigourney, IA, United States


Position Specifics

Department: Service

Reports to: Service Manager

Type of Employment: Full or Part Time

Wage Type: Hourly

At SinclairTractor, we pride ourselves on being the destination in Southeast Iowa for agricultural equipment, precision farming, agronomic decision support, NAPA parts and supplies. With thirteen John Deere dealerships, five NAPA parts locations and a Supply Store, we are looking for motivated and talented people to join our team.

Purpose
Independently performs complex diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer‑owned agricultural and turf equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostics and repairs on John Deere equipment and technology

Mentor Service Technician Trainees and Service Technicians

Conduct or support customer clinics

Perform diagnostics and repairs in the field as required

Accountable for billable time and assigned work orders

Responsible for complete and thorough documentation of diagnostics and repairs performed on work orders and on time submittal of information

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

Operate and maintain vehicles, tools and equipment required to perform job responsibilities

Maintain a clean work area and perform work in a neat and orderly fashion

Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments

Maintain current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products

Required Experience
Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge

High School Diploma or equivalent experience required

Associate's degree in John Deere Ag Tech or related 2‑year degree and/or 2 years of relevant experience preferred

Excellent skills in operating vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes

Proven knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in the repair of outdoor power equipment/agricultural equipment

Outstanding knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems

Ability to work varying shifts, extended hours, and holidays

Must have basic knowledge of equipment safety procedures

Working Conditions & Requirements

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

Workshop setting

Repetitive bending and/or kneeling

Must be able to lift 75 pounds

Travel as needed

This is not an all-inclusive list of job‑related responsibilities, skills, or working conditions. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks be performed as assigned. Sinclair Tractor provides equal employment opportunities to applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to any protected classes. This job description is not an employment contract and the employment relationship remains at will. Sinclair Tractor will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals.

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