Field Service Technician - Agriculture

Trade · Waipa, Waikato, New Zealand · Full-Time · $25/hr

Field Service Technician wanted in Waipa, Waikato. The employer is a leading agricultural machinery service business, and the role is about diagnosing faults, repairing complex machinery and getting essential equipment back to work.

You will service modern agricultural equipment for farmers and rural contractors, from routine jobs to complex breakdowns, while dealing directly with customers. Proven experience in diesel, heavy automotive or agricultural machinery is needed, and your qualifications and practical skills must be verifiable. You will have access to ongoing manufacturer and technical training as machinery becomes more advanced and electronically controlled.

Final word: a genuine employer will never ask you to pay for a job offer.

Key Responsibilities

Respond to machinery breakdowns at customer sites and carry out effective repairs in the field
Inspect agricultural machinery and pinpoint mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronic faults accurately
Run detailed diagnostics with specialist electronic and manufacturer-approved equipment, analysing each technical problem systematically to choose the right repair
Service, maintain and repair tractors and farm machinery, including preventative maintenance
Work on modern tractors, harvesting equipment and specialised agricultural machines
Repair safely and efficiently to a high standard, then test the machine to confirm the fault is properly resolved
Keep accurate service records, job reports and technical documentation
Explain repair findings and recommendations clearly to customers and keep good working relationships with farmers, contractors and other users
Manage field service jobs professionally with minimal supervision
Work with fellow technicians and support staff to solve complex technical issues
Complete ongoing training to stay sharp on modern agricultural machinery systems
Be part of the on-call and breakdown response roster when required

Requirements & Eligibility

Qualification in Diesel Mechanics, Heavy Automotive Engineering or Heavy Machinery that is relevant to the role
NZQF Level 4 or higher, or an equivalent overseas qualification that is recognised
Proven, practical experience on agricultural tractors or heavy machinery
Can demonstrate diagnosis and repair of mechanical systems, with strong fault-finding on hydraulic, electrical and electronic systems
Experience with electronic diagnostic equipment and an understanding of modern agricultural machinery and electronically controlled systems
Highly desirable: previous field service experience
Agricultural machinery dealership experience: advantageous
Forage harvester experience is an advantage but not mandatory
Strong customer service and communication; comfortable working independently in field environments facing customers
Works professionally and carefully, with an eye for detail and workmanship, and is reliable about safety, documentation and service standards
Willing to take on ongoing technical training
Able to take part in an on-call service roster
Overseas applicants must be able to provide evidence of relevant qualifications and practical experience
Sponsorship available for eligible overseas applicants

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