Precision Construction Support Specialist in Des Moines, IA at John Deere Dealers

Date Posted: 9/26/2023

Job Snapshot

  • Employee Type:
    Full-Time
  • Job Type:
  • Experience:
    Not Specified
  • Date Posted:
    9/26/2023

Job Description

SummaryThe top candidate will work with our highly skilled team to provide industry-leading customer service and support for John Deere SmartGrade and Topcon machine control solutions. The candidate will complete installations, calibrations, and troubleshooting for customers and work side-by-side with the Precision Construction Sales Sales Specialists to deliver outstanding customer experience.  Essential Functions

  • Articulate and promote customer benefits of technology and value that Murphy Technology Solutions provides customers.
  • Have a clear understanding of grade control activities and applications that take place on customer job sites.
  • Install, calibrate, and prepare machine control systems and verify optimal performance prior to machine delivery. 
  • Support and diagnose customer issues with machine control systems or jobsite grade management and perform repairs.  
  • Set-up base and rovers and localize jobsites as needed.
  • Support Precision Construction Sales Specialists with technical questions
  • Deliver customer and internal training for machine control and grade management. 
  • Maintain technology and industry knowledge and expertise.
  • Maintain inventory of grade control systems, components, and tools.
  • Collaborate with our team on new products and continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Keep up to date on competitive offerings and differences.

 Other Functions

  • Assist with other duties assigned and directed by corporate management within the framework of Murphy Tractor and Equipment Company, Inc.’s objectives.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Able to communicate effectively and professionally.
  • Strong focus on customer service.
  • Strong knowledge of Grade Control Solutions and construction equipment technology.
  • Good skills in operating vehicles and equipment used for demonstration purposes.
  • Able to maintain a standard operating Driver’s License.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Able to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Self-Motivated
  • Able to meet commitments and deadlines.
  • Able to complete required documentation and reports in a timely manner.
  • Able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Able to work a flexible schedule as needed.
  • Able to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete within time constraints.
  • Demonstrates openness to new procedures, technology and structure.

Physical Requirements and Work Schedule Employee must be able to do occasional lifting of up to 60 lbs., crawl and climb on/under heavy equipment, walk over construction/excavation sites (irregular terrain), stoop, bend, kneel, twist and stand for extended periods of time.  Employee must be able to operate a motor vehicle day and night and will be asked to travel long distances with some nights out (estimated 50% travel).Education/Work Experience

  • Prior Sales, Service, or Vocation/Technical degree and/or equivalent work experience or training in grade control is preferred.
  • Candidates must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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