Field Technician (Heavy Equipment)

Leavitt Industrial Group•Tualatin, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Leavitt Machinery is one of the fastest growing material handling equipment dealerships in North America. With an entrepreneurial spirit, mission-driven approach, and customer-focused mindset, Leavitt has achieved consistent growth over the past 25 years. With a focus on learning and continuous improvement, we are proud to invest in our people and offer a progressive and flexible work culture where you can develop and advance your career while focusing on meaningful work. Leavitt Machinery is an integral entity of Leavitt Industrial Group. The Opportunity Leavitt Machinery is looking for a mechanically skilled Field Technician (Heavy Equipment) to join our Service team in Portland, Oregon. Reporting to the Service Manager, the Field Technician will be assigned to a variety of machinery repair tasks required by our loyal customers.

Requirements

2-3 years of heavy equipment or material handling equipment experience required
Strong communication skills, including the ability to partner effectively with external customers and internal stakeholders
Excellent problem-solving skills and strong aptitude for learning and applying mechanical and technical concepts
Strong work ethic and a positive attitude
High school diploma
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to customer sites in the region is required

Nice To Haves

Previous aerial platform and lift truck repair experience strongly preferred
Relevant Trade Certification a strong asset
Experience with hydraulics and diagnosing/servicing electric engines a strong asset

Responsibilities

Diagnosing, repairing, and completing routine maintenance and safety inspections on a variety of material handling equipment and machinery
Maintaining effective and consistent communication with the Service Dispatcher regarding ongoing Service jobs, and completing assigned tasks in a timely manner
Discussing Service job details with customers and communicating a clear understanding of the job scope and repair requirements
Communicating with the Parts department via phone and email to ensure required parts are ordered, and preparing required parts before visiting job sites
Maintaining proper documentation where needed, including work order forms and warranty paperwork
Reporting any safety incidents promptly and adhering to all safety policies