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Lead Mechanic – Farm & Heavy Construction Equipment | Relocation Assistance Available

Now considering candidates nationwide. Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.

Job Overview

• Company: KOENECKE EQUIPMENT INC
• Salary/Pay Rate: $30 to $35 per hour, plus performance and sign-on bonuses
• Location: Reedsburg — relocating candidates welcome (10% travel required)
• Relocation: Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Service repair on farm and construction equipment
• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None required — no state re-credentialing needed to start

Considering a Move? Here's What You're Moving To

If you're an experienced equipment mechanic willing to relocate, this role is built for you:

• Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates moving to the beautiful South Central region.
• No licenses or certifications are required. There is nothing to re-test for or transfer in before you start — your experience is the qualification.
• 68 years of local history. You are not relocating for a startup or a short-term project. This is an established, family-oriented country dealership with a long track record.
• A sign-on bonus is part of the offer structure, in addition to performance-based bonuses.
• A lead role from day one — you step directly into steering the service department, not into a queue for it.

The Opportunity

You will serve as a vital leader within our field operations, bringing the personal character and technical expertise required to steer our service department with total integrity. This role offers you the unique opportunity to make an immediate impact in a family-oriented country dealership with 68 years of local history.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Lead the diagnostics, repair, and preventative maintenance for a diverse fleet of farm and heavy construction equipment.
• Direct daily service department operations, upholding absolute integrity and professional accountability in every field task.
• Manage on-site customer service calls within the region, ensuring swift and highly accurate mechanical resolutions.
• Optimize shop workflow efficiency and mentor junior mechanics to enhance overall team technical proficiency.
• Enforce rigid safety standards across all field operations, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and protective equipment.
• Coordinate directly with operations leaders to streamline parts procurement and minimize machinery downtime.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of dedicated experience as a farm or heavy construction equipment mechanic.
• Proven capability to lead service operations with a strong emphasis on personal character and professional integrity.
• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting complex mechanical, hydraulic, and diesel powertrain systems.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Absolute willingness to travel up to 10% of working hours to support regional clients on-site.
• Willingness to relocate to the Reedsburg area. Candidates from any location will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Experience servicing Deutz tractors
• Completed technical training or formal apprenticeship program specialized in heavy equipment or agricultural mechanics.
• Prior experience managing equipment logistics, project scheduling, or leading mechanical field crews.
• Strong technical background servicing diverse equipment across industrial, commercial, and government project scopes.

Compensation & Benefits

• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates moving to the beautiful South Central region.
• Stable bi-weekly pay cycle augmented by competitive sign-on and performance-based bonus structures.
• Additional performance-driven incentives, including project completion bonuses and pay-per-performance plans.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Paid time off covering vacation and paid holidays.
• Professional wellness reimbursements and stipends, along with company-provided safety gear.
• Internal employee referral bonus program.

About Us

KOENECKE EQUIPMENT INC is a trusted name in heavy construction and agricultural equipment, boasting a proud 68-year legacy of local business success. We reject the corporate atmosphere to focus on authentic relationships, long-term career growth, and dedicated mentorship. Our team operates in an environment where hard work is celebrated and every individual is treated as an immediate impact player.

Learn more at koeneckeeq.net.

KOENECKE EQUIPMENT INC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.