Agriculture Heavy Equipment Technician - Claresholm
- Claresholm, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Our Claresholm branch is looking for an exceptional individual to join our service department as a Heavy Equipment Technician (also known as an agriculture equipment technician) for our Agriculture Division (John Deere).
Who We Are
Brandt is a customer driven company, privately owned and family run, strengthened by diversification and succeeding through specialization. We operate over 170 locations across Canada, the USA, Australia, and New Zealand.
For nine decades, the people of Brandt have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the hardworking people that we serve. And really, there’s no place we’d rather be because just like them, it’s when we’re working hard and getting things done that we’re at our best.
Our success is driven by a passionate belief in the unlimited potential of our company and the ultimate success of our customers and we act on that belief every single day.
That’s Powerful Value, Delivered.
What You Will Be Responsible For
- Diagnose, Repair & Maintain all systems on agricultural equipment such as Tractors, Hay tools, and other Ag & Turf implements. This includes, engine, transmission, electrical, hydraulic, air conditioning, guidance & precision ag systems among others.
- Repair, Service and/or diagnose agriculture equipment at the customers site IF needed
- Perform preventative maintenance inspections; including fluid and various filter changes, testing of equipment, & adjustments for infield optimization.
- Reconditioning of pre-owned equipment.
- Accurately record notes on work orders for customer and warranty records
What We Look For
- Heavy Equipment Technician or Agriculture Equipment Technician certification an asset
- We will also consider apprentices that are registered under this trade too!
- Previous field tech or road tech experience would be a plus
- Basic to above-average computer skills and a passion for problem solving
- Experience in diagnosing, repairing and maintaining equipment.
- Ability to complete detailed repair order notes on each job
- The desire to continue learning updated equipment technology as the industry continues to evolve
What We Offer
Competitive compensation: we offer competitive wages that recognize your skills, experience, and contributions.
Continuous Learning: through on-the-job training and educational opportunities.
Opportunities for advancement within a growing company that values initiative and teamwork.
Comprehensive benefits coverage: including health, dental, insurances, and more to support your and your family’s wellbeing.
Retirement savings programs: Company matching pension and RRSP programs to help you invest in your future.
When you work for Brandt, we work for you. It’s as simple as that.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Heavy Equipment Technician at Brandt in Canada will diagnose and repair farm machinery, including engines, hydraulics and electrical systems. The technician will also perform preventive maintenance, recondition used equipment and record detailed work orders.
Requirements
Candidates need hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing equipment, and a heavy equipment or agriculture technician certification is an asset. Registered apprentices are also considered. Basic to above-average computer skills and detailed record-keeping are needed.
Skills
- John Deere equipment
- Diagnostics
- Engine repair
- Transmission repair
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical systems
- Air conditioning systems
- Precision agriculture systems
- Guidance systems
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment reconditioning
- Work order documentation
- Computer skills
- Problem solving
- Hay equipment
- Mobile repair
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- Company matching pension
- RRSP program
- Continuous learning and training
- Advancement opportunities
Categories
- Manufacturing
- Trades
- Transportation
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Heavy Equipment Technician
- Agriculture Equipment Technician
- Farm Equipment Mechanic
- John Deere
- Tractors
- Hydraulics
- Diesel engine
- Precision agriculture
- Guidance systems
- Preventative maintenance
- Work orders
- Field technician
- Road technician
- Apprentice
- Agriculture
- Equipment repair
- Brandt
Perks
- Retirement plan
- Paid training
Licences and certifications
- Heavy Equipment Technician certification
- Agriculture Equipment Technician certification
Tools
- John Deere equipment