Job Summary
Van Wall Equipment is looking for an Ag Technician to perform diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned agricultural equipment. Candidate should have the expertise to use the appropriate tools to successfully diagnose and repair most John Deere equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
-Diagnose problems and determine what repairs are needed
-Perform any inspections as required
-Repair, service, and assemble any machines
-Check and report any shortages and malfunctions to the Service Manager
-Maintain and care for all shop tools, machines, and equipment
-Complete dis-assembly and inspection, as efficiently as possible, so parts may be ordered and machine work can be scheduled promptly
-Maintain records and account for all time, parts, and supplies used in repairing and servicing both customer and dealership equipment
-Document each job by recording unit serial number and hour meter reading
-Participate in-service training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge
-Report to Service Manager any additional work required to ensure proper operation and safety of the equipment. Maintain a clean and safe shop facility and environment
-Maintain and care for shop tools, equipment, vehicles, and other employee’s belongings
-Stay current with technical changes
-Help the dealership by participating in special programs, such as sales of service packages, demonstration programs, etc
-Represent the dealership as a professional Service Technician at all times
-Must obtain core training through JDU and keep it in good standing by continuing education with a minimum of one Q-Diagnostic class every 5 years

Position Qualifications
-1+ years of experience performing service repairs
-Ability to perform basic repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following technical manual procedures
-Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems used in the repair of agricultural equipment
-Ability to operate vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
-Proficient oral and written communication skills
-Ability to lift at least 75 lbs repeatedly
-Basic Service Technician certifications preferred
-High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associates degree preferred
-Valid driver’s license is required