Field Service Mechanic Opportunity in Portland, OR

Talon Recruiting•Portland, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Field Mechanics are responsible for repairing, diagnosing, inspecting and maintaining various types of forestry and other earth moving equipment, primarily servicing rentals, and customer owned equipment. Our ideal mechanic has 3-5 years’ of experience in electrical, hydraulics and computer controlled systems, drive train, & engines; communicates effectively and professionally to customers, supervisors and vendors; can drive company vehicle to/from company locations, and job sites; be on call; able to lift up to 50 lbs.; Technicians from all certification levels will be considered.

Requirements

3-5 years’ experience as a mechanic repairing and maintaining heavy equipment.
Competent using laptop computer and scan tools as part of diagnostic trouble-shooting.
Able to read schematics (both electrical and hydraulic).
Knowledgeable in troubleshooting various heavy equipment product lines.
Required to have your own hand tools up to 1 ½ inch.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Able to pass a drug screen and background check.
Valid Driver’s License, with CDL endorsement is Required.
Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Positive customer service and communication skills.
Self-motivating. Capable of completing tasks without direct supervision.
Possess safe work habits, with a “can do” job completion attitude.
Maintains a great attitude toward work, & enjoys being part of a team.
Factory, vocational, or mechanical training is a plus.
History of working with different forms of heavy equipment, specifically cranes, excavators and forestry equipment.

Responsibilities

Repairing, diagnosing, inspecting and maintaining various types of forestry and other earth moving equipment.
Primarily servicing rentals and customer owned equipment.
Driving company vehicle to/from company locations and job sites.
Being on call.
Performing thorough and accurate annual inspections.