Equipment Service Tech

Southern States Cooperative•Lebanon, KY

About The Position

Performs maintenance and repair of Southern States Cooperative, Inc. (SSC) fleet of vehicles, on & off road equipment, rolling stock and stationary equipment within designated district. Utilizes mechanical and automotive expertise to effectively maintain and repair specialized vehicles and related equipment used in fertilizer and crop protectant application and refined fuels delivery, as well as commercial delivery of bulk and packaged merchandise. Strictly adheres to government regulations and SSC operating procedures. Essential Job Functions This is a multilevel position. Essential Job Functions and Licensing Requirements will increase in complexity with salary grade. Maintain regular communication with facility leadership regarding daily service, maintenance and repair of SSC fleet vehicles and related equipment. Provide updates and input on schedule, job progress, supply of materials and parts, and other critical factors. Safely perform maintenance and repair of SSC motorized fleet vehicles and related equipment. Vehicles will vary by location and may include: Forklifts Loaders ATV/UTV Cars Light Duty Trucks Medium Duty Trucks Heavy Duty Trucks Off road machinery Tractors and implements High Clearance fertilizer spreaders & sprayers Conveyors Blenders Effectively utilize mechanical, automotive, millwright, and other specialized skills and the appropriate tools as determined by the job. Gather and analyze information to diagnose malfunctions and troubleshoot systems. Calibrate equipment to proper settings. Read and effectively interpret mechanical and automotive specifications, manuals, diagrams, meters, gauges, and control panels to perform maintenance, repair, and installation of parts. Effectively operate Southern States Cooperative, Inc. (SSC) commercial motor vehicles in compliance with government regulations and SSC policy. Complete reports, logs, vehicle and equipment maintenance records and other related documents accurately, neatly, and in a timely manner. Maintain complete and up-to-date files on parts manuals, service manuals, and service bulletins. Maintain files on all equipment including bill of materials, guarantee and warranty cards, and records of service. Ensure that all in-warranty parts are returned to supplier along with proper information in order for location to receive proper credit. Maintain adequate parts inventory. Assist with taking physical inventory of parts, equipment and merchandise. Adhere to inventory control initiatives. May assist with shipping and/or receiving of related products as determined by business need. Effectively utilize forklift and other material handling equipment according to facility procedures. May instruct and train personnel in proper operation and maintenance of various fleet vehicles and equipment at SSC locations. Provide technical information in a clear and concise manner regarding proper methods of testing fertilizer equipment for spread patterns and calibrations. Participate in specialized training, certification courses, and/or meetings as requested. Learn and develop techniques to enhance job performance and to stay current on industry safety and operational standards. Maintain a clean and orderly work area by keeping tools, equipment and supplies in proper places. Minimize waste and properly dispose of waste material. Perform all related cleaning of equipment, vehicle and work areas according to Housekeeping Plan and SSC procedures. Perform work safely as to not cause harm to yourself, co-workers, equipment, or inventory. Utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required. Operate all equipment and vehicles according to SSC policy and government regulations. Comply with OSHA regulations, Southern States Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards, work rules and policies. Depending upon location, may assist with loading and/or unloadingof refined fuel products, fertilizer, crop protectants or related equipment to SSC and/orcustomer sites according to standard operating procedures and government regulations. Perform all other job functions as assigned.

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Requires knowledge of mechanical and automotive systems and ability to learn and develop repair and maintenance skills in a trainee role.
Licensing requirements vary by location and are based on state/federal regulations.
May require Commercial Driver's License depending upon location (or ability to obtain)
May require Hazardous Materials and/or Tanker Endorsements (or ability to obtain)
This position requires the safe operation of a motor vehicle to perform essential job functions and mandatory compliance with the SSC motor vehicle safety policy
Satisfactory completion of required training and certification, dependent upon location
Effective knowledge of mechanical, automotive, and related specialized skills
Able to cut, weld, and fabricate metal
Able to read and interpret blueprints and schematic symbols, manuals, mechanical and automotive specifications, diagrams, meters, gauges, and control panels
Able to gather and analyze data to troubleshoot and diagnose repair needs utilizing test instruments and specialized tools
Computer literacy to operate SSC business systems
Able to effectively communicate technical information
Able to utilize interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment
Able to work well independently and follow safety, quality control and operating procedures at all times
Able to add, subtract, multiply, divide and calculate percentages in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; able to calculate dimensions, liquid measurements and calibrations
Able to perform work with concentration, focus and attention to detail
Able to operate a forklift, handcart and other industrial equipment
Able to complete paperwork, reports, documentation, and email communication in a legible, organized, and timely manner
Able to speak, read, write the English language in a proficient manner
Able to work in a fast paced team environment
Able to work extended hours to meet business demands
Able to learn and effectively apply knowledge of SSC lines of business and specialized vehicles utilized in the application of fertilizer and crop protectants as well as refined fuels transport& Anhydrous Ammonia

Nice To Haves

Previous Southern States work experience a plus.
Prefer previous automotive maintenance & repair experience

Responsibilities

Maintain regular communication with facility leadership regarding daily service, maintenance and repair of SSC fleet vehicles and related equipment. Provide updates and input on schedule, job progress, supply of materials and parts, and other critical factors.
Safely perform maintenance and repair of SSC motorized fleet vehicles and related equipment. Vehicles will vary by location and may include: Forklifts Loaders ATV/UTV Cars Light Duty Trucks Medium Duty Trucks Heavy Duty Trucks Off road machinery Tractors and implements High Clearance fertilizer spreaders & sprayers Conveyors Blenders
Effectively utilize mechanical, automotive, millwright, and other specialized skills and the appropriate tools as determined by the job. Gather and analyze information to diagnose malfunctions and troubleshoot systems. Calibrate equipment to proper settings. Read and effectively interpret mechanical and automotive specifications, manuals, diagrams, meters, gauges, and control panels to perform maintenance, repair, and installation of parts.
Effectively operate Southern States Cooperative, Inc. (SSC) commercial motor vehicles in compliance with government regulations and SSC policy.
Complete reports, logs, vehicle and equipment maintenance records and other related documents accurately, neatly, and in a timely manner. Maintain complete and up-to-date files on parts manuals, service manuals, and service bulletins. Maintain files on all equipment including bill of materials, guarantee and warranty cards, and records of service.
Ensure that all in-warranty parts are returned to supplier along with proper information in order for location to receive proper credit.
Maintain adequate parts inventory. Assist with taking physical inventory of parts, equipment and merchandise. Adhere to inventory control initiatives. May assist with shipping and/or receiving of related products as determined by business need. Effectively utilize forklift and other material handling equipment according to facility procedures.
May instruct and train personnel in proper operation and maintenance of various fleet vehicles and equipment at SSC locations. Provide technical information in a clear and concise manner regarding proper methods of testing fertilizer equipment for spread patterns and calibrations.
Participate in specialized training, certification courses, and/or meetings as requested. Learn and develop techniques to enhance job performance and to stay current on industry safety and operational standards.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area by keeping tools, equipment and supplies in proper places. Minimize waste and properly dispose of waste material. Perform all related cleaning of equipment, vehicle and work areas according to Housekeeping Plan and SSC procedures.
Perform work safely as to not cause harm to yourself, co-workers, equipment, or inventory. Utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required. Operate all equipment and vehicles according to SSC policy and government regulations. Comply with OSHA regulations, Southern States Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards, work rules and policies.
Depending upon location, may assist with loading and/or unloadingof refined fuel products, fertilizer, crop protectants or related equipment to SSC and/orcustomer sites according to standard operating procedures and government regulations.
Perform all other job functions as assigned.