Diesel Technician
About The Position
Turn Wrenches That Matter. Get Paid for What You Know. J.J. Nichting is looking for a proven Diesel Technician who knows their way around ag equipment and takes pride in keeping farmers moving when it matters most. If you’re tired of shops that don’t value your skills, this is your chance to work for a dealership that understands how critical good techs are to the operation. What You’ll Do Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair diesel engines on agricultural equipment Work on tractors, combines, harvesters, sprayers, loaders, and irrigation engines Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime during peak seasons Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, fuel, and drivetrain systems Use modern diagnostic tools and computerized engine software Communicate clearly with customers and supervisors about repairs and timelines Step up during planting and harvest when farmers need us most Requirements What We’re Looking For High school diploma or GED 3+ years of hands-on diesel experience, or diesel degree plus field experience Technical training in diesel technology, agricultural mechanics or heavy equipment repair Confident working independently and solving problems in the shop and field Ability to read schematics, manuals, and service information Knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems Valid driver’s license (CDL a plus) Why Work at J.J. Nichting Competitive pay that reflects your experience 401(k) with company match Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and paid holidays Long-term and short-term disability Consistent work with seasonal overtime opportunities J.J. Nichting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. J.J. Nichting will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 3+ years of hands-on diesel experience, or diesel degree plus field experience
- Technical training in diesel technology, agricultural mechanics or heavy equipment repair
- Confident working independently and solving problems in the shop and field
- Ability to read schematics, manuals, and service information
- Knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems
- Valid driver’s license (CDL a plus)
Responsibilities
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair diesel engines on agricultural equipment
- Work on tractors, combines, harvesters, sprayers, loaders, and irrigation engines
- Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime during peak seasons
- Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, fuel, and drivetrain systems
- Use modern diagnostic tools and computerized engine software
- Communicate clearly with customers and supervisors about repairs and timelines
- Step up during planting and harvest when farmers need us most
Benefits
- Competitive pay that reflects your experience
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Consistent work with seasonal overtime opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
