Ag Service Technician - Seasonal

Responsibilities

• Help with installation, service, and repair of forage and silage inoculant dispensing systems
• Perform reconciliation of inoculant usage and inventory and maintain accurate records
• Transact all business in accordance to Animal Health International’s code of ethics and conduct
• Deliver products and equipment throughout the sales area as needed
• Maintain a violation free driving record
• Limited overnight travel
• Other duties as assigned to the Inoculant Service Technician

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience harvesting and storing agricultural crops
• Experience operating and maintaining equipment
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to work well with customers and other employees
• Able to apply basic math skills to everyday situations
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Awareness of hazards and ability to work safely around potentially hazardous conditions
• Able to work overtime and on weekends
• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to lift, carry, and stack 50 lb. bags

Additional Functions

• Work Ethic: Commitment and desire to work with a sense of urgency and persistence in overcoming obstacles while following Patterson’s business conduct and code of ethics and responsibilities.
• Problem Solving Skills: Anticipates problems and customer needs and goes beyond training to find answers.
• Interpersonal Skills: Establishes and maintains productive, mutually beneficial relationships with customers, vendors and colleagues. Responds to difficult situations and demanding people and delivers negative information in a way that enhances relationships.
• Inventory Management: Determines parts, supplies or tools needed to complete service requests. Manages vehicle inventory and restocks as necessary.
• Personal/Vehicle Safety: Safety is a primary focus for the Patterson service department. Each employee must maintain a quality driving record and represent Patterson while driving a company vehicle. Proper vehicle maintenance should be scheduled regularly to ensure we maintain a safe fleet on the road.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Mechanical aptitude required
• Possesses strong work ethic and takes ownership of both company and customers goals/objectives
• Focused on understanding, meeting, and exceeding customer expectations
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Requires basic computer skills and/or ability to use smart phone/tablet
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Valid driver’s license along with good driving record