Turf Technician (Small Engine)

About Us

AgriVision Equipment Group and PrairieLand Partners (AVE-PLP, LLC) is a joint venture between two of the top John Deere Dealerships in the United States. By joining forces, we continue to lead the charge in technology, innovation, and best-in-class service and support for our customers. Our purpose is to lead agriculture in rural America. We credit our success to our knowledgeable, hardworking, and passionate employees who strive for excellence. We live out our Guiding Principles of Integrity, Servant Leadership, Courageous Innovation, and Performance. With over 100 years of experience in the agricultural industry, we have a rich heritage, growth mindset, and entrepreneurial spirit. Today, we have a strong presence across western Iowa, eastern Nebraska, central and eastern Kansas, and northwest Missouri.

We are seeking driven, highly motivated, collaborative, and intellectually curious professionals to cultivate the highest impact culture in the agriculture equipment industry. Previous experience with large ag equipment or commercial/turf equipment is welcomed but not required. We can train the right individual who is willing to work hard and make customers their #1 priority.

About the Role

Performs basic diagnostics, service repairs, and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned turf equipment. The position may require some direction or guidance from the Service Manager, Service Location Manager, Shop Foreman, or senior technicians.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic diagnostics and repairs on turf equipment
• Participates in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for skills and knowledge development
• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products
• Maintains condition of vehicles, inventory, tools, and equipment
• Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
• Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
• Completes all reports and forms required in conjunction with work assignments
• Accounts for all time on a time card and for all material used in performing assigned duties

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) equivalent
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems used in equipment repair
• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment for diagnostic purposes
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and customers, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Basic computer skills and ability to use job-related applications
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid Driver’s License
• Must pass driving record (MVR), criminal history background checks, employment verification, and drug screen prior to employment
• Forklift license preferred or ability to obtain one

Working Environment

• Occasional outdoor work in extreme weather conditions (hot/cold) and walking on uneven terrain; exposure to insects
• Regular exposure to toxic/caustic/hazardous/volatile chemicals, extreme temperatures, sharp hazards, dust/fumes/gases, electrical shock, moving mechanical parts, and high-pitched or constant loud noise
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required, including cold weather gear, eye protection, gloves, and provided uniform
• Work may involve long hours and overtime during holidays, weekends, and evenings
• Required to rotate on-call responsibilities for up to a week at a time

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, sit, walk, and walk on unpaved terrain
• Good manual dexterity, including use of hands and fingers to operate tools, computers, and telephones
• Ability to talk, hear alarms/telephones, and normal speaking voice
• Frequent climbing of ladders, stairs, steps, and traversing catwalk grating
• Frequent pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, and kneeling; working in confined spaces
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Frequent moving, positioning, and carrying of loads up to 5 pounds upstairs and loading on four-foot-high surfaces
• Strenuous physical work involving heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds frequently and 75 pounds occasionally