Vermeer Midwest is an authorized dealer for Vermeer equipment across the Midwest. We are an industry leader in industrial equipment sales, parts, rentals and service in the tree care, landscape, wood waste, organic recycling and underground utility construction industry.

Founded in 1971 by Junior Kool in Eureka, Illinois and has grown to nine locations with dealerships in Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Missouri and covers western Kentucky.

Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
Company Size: 201-500 employees

Vermeer Midwest

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**About the Company **

You're not likely to find another company like Vermeer Midwest. Our people are from all walks of life, rolling up our sleeves and getting tough work done every day, together. We're a family-owned and operated company with an unmatched culture, one that is built on the belief that every Vermeer team member has real, personal impact - on our people, our customers and our world. Whoever you are and where you are in your career, Vermeer helps you be Equipped to Do More.

**Benefits **

- Medical PPO Plans

- Dental PPO Plans

- 401(K)

- Profit Sharing

- Company provided life insurance

- Company provided accidental death & dismemberment

- Company provided long & short term disability

- Paid Holidays

- Paid Time Off

**About the Role **

The Service Technician inspects, maintains, and repairs heavy duty machinery such as directional drills, pipeline trenchers, brush chippers, stump cutters, horizontal grinders, excavators, aerial lifts, and other equipment. They make electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic system repairs to keep the heavy machinery operating safely.

**Responsibilities **

- Inspect equipment for proper performance.

- Diagnose faults using computerized testing equipment.

- Determine what parts and tools are necessary to make repairs.

- Perform electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical repairs as well as preventative maintenance using hand and power tools.

- Clean, lubricate and conduct routine preventative maintenance services.

- Test equipment to ensure a successful repair.

- Report damaged or faulty equipment to management.

- Consult equipment operating manuals and schematics.

- Complete service tickets using a computerized system in a timely manner.

**Qualifications **

- Electrical & hydraulic diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repair skills.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Excellent interpersonal skills.

- Excellent customer service skills.

- Excellent planning and organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Strong problem-solving skills.

- A self-starter with good time management skills.

- Ability to prioritize tasks.

- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

- Understanding of computer testing technologies.

- Computer literate.

- A High School Diploma or GED is required.

- A minimum of two to five years’ experience repairing heavy equipment or completion of a formal technical training program is preferred.

- Experience working in the agricultural field is a plus.

- Obtaining and/or maintaining a Class ‘A’ Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is preferred.

**Equal Opportunity Statement **

Vermeer Midwest provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Field Service Technician

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