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Position Title : Machine Support Specialist
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Location : Waterloo, IA - 50704
Manager is open to recent graduates who have a technical background in agriculture or construction equipment
Machine Support Specialist - Large Tractors
Schedule : 9 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday. Occasional overtime may be approved at manager discretion during busy seasons. Onsite 4 days per week, with option for remote work 1 day per week).
Travel : Up to 10% domestic travel required
Job Description :
Join our team as a Machine Support Specialist for Large Tractors! This role involves using virtual tools to resolve technical issues, leading collaborative training events, and documenting communication with dealers and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities :
Utilize virtual tools (Case and Contact Management System (CCMS)) to communicate with dealers and other stakeholders to efficiently resolve technical large tractor issues.
Lead and participate in collaborative training events to improve team dynamics as well as individual and team knowledge levels.
Complete and document all relevant DTAC (Dealer Technical Assistance Center) case communication within the CCMS system.
Properly code each case with correct Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC), part number, and Non-Conformance Corrective Action (NCCA) information to support downstream problem resolution activities.
Required Skills / Experience :
Demonstrated professional communication skills with proven results both written and oral.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and with metric-driven results.
Demonstrated commitment to lifelong learning with the ability to understand complex systems.
Proven ability to work collaboratively both in person and virtually.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to maintain a positive outlook within a fast-paced work environment.
Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time.
Desired Skills / Experience :
Experience working with CAN Communication Systems on vehicles.
Experience diagnosing Electrical, Hydraulic, and Mechanical systems found on off-road equipment.
Experience with John Deere 7R, 8R, and 9R tractors.
Experience utilizing John Deere aftermarket software systems such as ServiceCenter, Service ADVISOR™, Parts ADVISOR™, CCMS, and various Tableau or PowerBI dashboards and reports.
Ability to read and comprehend technical schematics, theory of operation, and diagnostic procedures.
Experience with technical instruction and influencing without authority.
Education :
2 or 4-year Degree in any technical, software, business, or other related fields, or equivalent related work experience.
Additional Information :
Candidates will need metatarsal shoes for occasional time spent on the factory floor.
Annual training events may require travel to other John Deere locations (e.g., Des Moines).
May drive a Gator while inside the factory. May also drive a Tractor for training.
Manager is open to recent graduates who have a technical background in agriculture or construction equipment and experience with electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and / or engines.
Business casual dress code.
Note from the Hiring Manager : Candidates must have technical experience and a willingness to learn. The primary responsibility is problem resolution and answering cases.
