Service Technician (Heavy Equipment Mechanic)

NOW HIRING - SERVICE TECHNICIAN (HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC)

John Deere Large Construction & Forestry Equipment

Location: Orchard Park (Buffalo), NY

️ Urgent Hire - Experienced Technicians Wanted!

Job Type: Full Time | Hourly Non-Exempt | Monday-Friday

Compensation: Starting at $26.54 and DOE and Certifications

International Union of Operating Engineers Local No. 17C

READY TO BUILD A POWERFUL CAREER?

Five Star Equipment - Northern Pennsylvania and New York State's premier John Deere Construction Equipment Dealer - has an immediate opening for a skilled Service Technician / Heavy Equipment Mechanic at our Kirkwood, NY location.

If you love big machines, solving tough mechanical problems, and working with a top-notch professional team, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for!

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

We take care of our technicians - because YOU keep our customers moving!

• Ongoing John Deere Factory Training
• Competitive pay and advancement opportunities
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Modern, fully equipped service vehicles
• Complete uniform program with laundering & repair service
• Annual shoe allowance
• Annual tool allowance
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Stable career with a growing industry leader

️ WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

As a Service Technician, you'll be the expert our customers rely on to keep their heavy equipment running strong.Your responsibilities may include:

• Performing preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and major repairs on heavy construction and forestry equipment
• Using strong diagnostic and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Applying root cause analysis to solve complex problems
• Working with the Service Advisor and Service Manager to provide accurate machine information, including:
• Make, model, and serial number
• Parts, tools, and supplies used
• Identification of additional repairs needed

You'll play a critical role in keeping our customers productive and their equipment operating at peak performance.

Experience & Technical Skills

️ 3-5 years of experience as a heavy equipment technician or mechanic

️ Proven ability to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment such as John Deere,

Caterpillar, Komatsu, Case CE, and more

️ Strong knowledge of engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems

️ Ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic diagrams

️ Solid mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability

️ Must possess basic tools of the trade

Additional Requirements:

• Comfortable using laptop computers and basic software applications
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours when needed
• Willingness to work in various environmental conditions
• Ability to solve problems independently with little supervision
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record

READY TO JOIN THE FIVE STAR TEAM?

If you're an experienced technician looking for a company that values your skills, invests in your future, and gives you the tools to succeed - we want YOU on our team!

Apply today and power up your career with Five Star Equipment!

Five Star Equipment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.