Heavy Equipment Technician

About this role

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge in air brakes, tires, hydraulics, electrical, drive train, suspension, steering and wheel-end components as evidenced by ASE Certification.
• At least 1 year of experience as a technician working on heavy equipment.
• Mechanical Trade School certificate or degree.
• Certificate in electrical diagnostics.
• Applicable ASE certifications.
• Working knowledge of Tier 4 emission systems.
• Welding and/or fabrication skills and experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA Haz Com, Lock Out Tag Out and Fire Protection regulations.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical problems on heavy equipment using advanced knowledge.
• Perform repair or preventative maintenance on electrical, diesel and gasoline vehicles including engines, transmissions, chassis, drivelines, hydraulic, brake, electrical and suspension systems.
• Read and interpret equipment condition reports and communicate with supervisors and operators to clarify defects.
• Complete paperwork associated with repairing equipment documenting parts usage and work order times.
• Complete daily consumables reports to record hours, fuel and oil usage for fleet management software.
• Collect and interpret analyses from oil sampling, on-board computer, and fleet management software.
• Perform overhauls on gas or diesel engines while following all safety policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).