Set-Up Technician (Tractor)

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Since 1952, Middletown Tractor Sales has been providing sales, service and parts for the iconic tractor brand, John Deere. Now with four locations in West Virginia and Pennsylvania, this third generation, family owned business is thriving! In addition to John Deere, we offer Stihl, the number one selling brand of hand-held equipment, alongside other great names such as Honda, Alamo, Tiger and now even Ventrac. We pride ourselves on tradition which includes our Vision, Mission and Values that drive everything we do. For nearly 70 years Middletown Tractor Sales has been serving customers with our Hometown Advantage. Would you like to join our family?

Position Specifics:

Reports to:
Service Lead, Store Location Manager & Corporate Service Manager

Supervises:
None

Purpose:
Assembles and services all types of equipment offered for sale by the dealership. Prepares equipment for delivery to the customer or for demonstration purposes. May require some direction or guidance from the Service Manager, Service Location Manager, Shop Foreman or senior technicians. May require some direction or guidance from the Service Manager, Service Location Manager, or Shop Foreman.

Responsibilities:
o Assembles and services all types of equipment, established Ag Management Solutions (AMS) products, and other merchandise offered for sale by the dealership
o Performs pre-delivery inspection on all types of equipment and other merchandise offered for sale by the dealership
o Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment required in the set-up and delivery process
o Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
o Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
o Completes all reports and forms required in conjunction with job assignments
o Accounts for all time and material used in performing assigned duties
o May participate in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge.
o May perform diagnosis and repair in the field o Performs all other tasks as directed by the Shop Foreman or Service Manager

Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge:
o Ability to operate vehicles, tools, and equipment used in machinery pre-delivery and set-up processes
o Ability to assemble machinery components and to follow manufacturer’s pre-delivery instructions
o Ability to use Service Advisor and basic computer functions
o Fundamental level of knowledge of engines, hydraulics, power-trans, air-conditioning, and electrical systems as they apply to machines marketed by the Dealership
o Ability to lift at least 75 lbs. repeatedly
o Understand schematics and equipment manuals
o Must enjoy getting dirty and laughing with others
o Self motivated and self starter required
o High School Diploma or equivalent experience required
o Valid driver’s license required
o Fork lift license preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $19.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person