Field Service Paving Technician - Night Shift

Blanchard Machinery•Gaston, SC

About The Position

The Field Service Paving Technician installs, maintains, and repairs paving equipment at job sites and in the shop, helping ensure asphalt pavers, compactors, milling machines, screeds, rollers, and related machinery operate efficiently. The role diagnoses mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and electronic issues and provides timely repairs to minimize customer downtime and keep paving projects on schedule. The position begins with one week of training, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. After training, the regular schedule is Sunday through Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. The technician provides service support during active paving shifts and communicates with customers, supervisors, and dispatch about work progress and repair needs. Blanchard Machinery Company describes its culture as focused on high performance and quality results. The role includes exposure to CAT training and development, ongoing learning and new technologies, and opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of experience diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment.
CDL and a safe driving record.
Knowledge of CAT troubleshooting techniques and proper repair procedures.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical and hydraulic schematics and service manuals.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and handle stress.
Professionalism, punctuality, and effective communication with customers, team members, and management.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to use computers and related software, including Word and Excel.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to work in indoor, non-climate-controlled and outdoor environments in heat, cold, wet, humid, dry, and arid conditions.
Ability to use required personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to injury or hazardous materials.
Ability to stand, stoop, squat, push, pull, twist, turn, lift, and use a broad variety of tools and machines.
Ability to lift varied weights up to 75 pounds unassisted.
Ability to see, read, and write to complete job responsibilities and use computers and other technology.

Nice To Haves

Experience with paving, road construction, or asphalt operations, including pavers, screeds, rollers, or milling machines.

Responsibilities

Contribute to a positive work environment and promote BMC’s vision, mission, and values.
Perform job responsibilities safely and promote a safe and healthy work environment.
Diagnose, maintain, and repair asphalt paving equipment, including pavers, screeds, rollers, and related support machinery, in the shop and in the field.
Carry out planned maintenance and urgent repairs while minimizing customer downtime during paving operations, including night shifts.
Provide customers with technical guidance on equipment operation and maintenance.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems using Cat ET and other diagnostic tools.
Respond promptly to service calls, especially during active paving shifts, to support customer production and uptime commitments.
Maintain detailed service records and manage spare-parts inventory.
Communicate status updates, job progress, and repair recommendations to customers, supervisors, and dispatch.
Perform other duties as assigned.