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Is the shop heated? Air conditioned?
Heated shop/No A/C
What is the size of the team I’d be working with?
6 Technicians
What are the shop hours and what are the shift timeframes?
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. M-F; 8:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Saturday (Rotational schedule)
What tools does the shop provide that are available for all technicians to use?
Specialized tools, and equipment
What type of break room facility is provided?
Full function, heated/air conditioned breakroom with TV
How many bays does your shop have?
7 bays
How many repair orders do you average per month?
90-100
What is your parts ordering process?
Managed by 2 in-house Parts Department employees
What is your policy on side work?
KanEquip technicians are prohibited from performing mechanical work or repairs on agricultural, construction, or consumer equipment for compensation during the period of their employment with KanEquip for any person, business, or entity other than KanEquip. Further, all employees are strictly prohibited from purchasing KanEquip parts or equipment for resale, selling, or using KanEquip’s scrap or surplus materials or supplies for any unauthorized purpose, or engaging in any financial transaction which creates a conflict of interest with the Company’s business.
Are there any other unique features of the work environment worth noting?
Great Culture - Family oriented atmosphere
Do you offer any skills training or continuing education opportunities?
Access to New Holland Web Academy Brand specific training on all brands that we represent
Can you describe opportunities for career growth at your business?
We have 14 locations and have multiple opportunities for advancement within KanEquip
Can you describe your performance review process?
30-60-90 day, then annually (open door policy)
What type of safety training is required?
Forklift training required
Can you describe how Techs work with and mentor younger techs?
Inexperienced technicians are mentored by more senior level technicians on more advanced processes and troubleshooting
How does your shop get involved with the local community?
Heavily involved in the Community - County Fairs, Donations, Parades, Porkchop on a Stick Feeds
Do you do anything with local high schools or tech schools to encourage more students to enter the profession?
Yes, actively involved with high schools and FFA chapters, as well as numerous Nebraska Technical colleges and universities
Where do you see the shop in five years?
Technology! Technology! Technology!
Is there anything else you’d like to mention about career development and community?
Syracuse is a great small town community with easy access to 2 major metropolitan areas - Lincoln and Omaha
Do you have an application form and how long does it typically take to complete?
Simple Online application via our website - www.kanequip.com/careers
Do you phone screen applicants before doing in-person interviews?
Yes, light interview to gauge the interest level of the candidate
What do your in-person interviews entail?
Shop tour, face-to-face review of position and candidate's interests
Do you perform background checks, drug screening, or personality tests before hiring an applicant?
Drug screening is required of all applicants, background checks and Motor Vehicle Records check
Do you perform a skill assessment before hiring an applicant? If yes, what does it entail?
We do offer a technician proficiency test
After an in-person interview, approximately how long should I expect to wait for a rejection or an offer?
No more than 2 days
Approximately how long does the full hiring process take from submitting the application to the time of the hiring decision?
We strive to complete the process in 1 week or less
Diesel Service Technician
Pay Range: $22.00 - $32.00/hour
Dependent on Experience $3,000 Experienced Technician Sign-on Bonus for Qualified Technicians Productivity Incentive Pay
Mobile Diesel Service Technician
Pay Range: $24.00 - $34.00/hour
Dependent on Experience $5,000 Experienced Technician Sign-on Bonus for Qualified Technicians Productivity Incentive Pay
Diesel Technician Intern (2023-2024)
Pay Range: $16.00 - $18.00/hour
To provide a paid hands-on learning experience and opportunity to develop mechanical and diagnostic skills for students who are pursuing an Associates of Applied Science in Agriculture Power/Technology, Diesel & Heavy Equipment or Diesel Technology.
Service Manager
Pay Range: $65,000.00 - $74,000.00/year
Plus commission/incentive, based on experience
- Health Insurance Offered
- Choice of 2 plans - Employee Only, Employee + Spouse, Employee + Child(ren), or Employee + Family
- Dental Insurance Offered
- Employee Only, Employee + Spouse, Employee + Child(ren), or Employee + Family
- Vision Insurance Offered
- Employee Only, Employee + Spouse, Employee + Child(ren), or Employee + Family
- Retirement Plan Offered
- 401K - Eligible after 90 days at the next quarterly enrollment date - Company match and profit sharing
- Sick Leave Not Offered
- Vacation Offered
- We provide Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays Offered
- 6 Paid Holidays per year
- ST / LT Disability Offered
- Available to all full-time employees (partially employer funded)
- Life Insurance Offered
- Available to all full-time employees (partially employer funded) Additional voluntary life and dependent life available
- Uniforms Offered
- 13 Shirts/13 Pants/2 Jackets provided at no cost to the employee - cleaned/repaired/replaced by weekly uniform service
- Other Offered
- Bereavement Pay for immediate family members Aflac supplemental plans available Wellness Program Annual Employee Recognition Banquet (Hotel, dinner and entertainment provided by KanEquip)
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