Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic (PM)

Dobbs Equipment • Ladson, SC

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About The Position

Dobbs Equipment is seeking an experienced Preventative Maintenance Service Technician to perform high-quality lubrication and periodic maintenance services on heavy equipment. The role responds to customer needs in a positive, caring, and timely manner and aims to ensure maximum value for work performed. The technician works independently with limited supervision, follows safety requirements, and represents the dealership professionally. Management may assign additional duties or projects as necessary.

Requirements

• Valid Class B CDL and a clean driving record.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment maintenance and operation.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with teammates.
• Strong problem-solving skills and excellent time management skills.
• Ability to self-manage and self-motivate.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write diagnoses and work completed in routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to understand and carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions using common sense.
• Ability to develop skills in the disassembly, assembly, and repair of components and machines.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to learn quickly and think creatively.
• Ability to work up to 12-hour days, varying shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekends or overtime.
• Ability to travel overnight less than 5% for training.
• Adherence to Dobbs Equipment and client safety policies is a condition of employment.
• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or at least 2 years of related experience and/or an equivalent combination; listed as preferred.
• Bilingual ability is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or a minimum of 2 years of related experience and/or an equivalent combination.
• Forklift certification.
• Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and regulations while maintaining safe work habits and a safe work environment.
• Service equipment with the proper fluids and filters and complete machine inspections.
• Build strong customer service relationships and handle customer problems objectively and tactfully.
• Prepare required reports and forms related to job assignments.
• Report additional equipment work needed to the Service Manager to support safe and proper operation.
• Keep the work area clean and perform work neatly and orderly.
• Report shop tools, equipment, or vehicles that are unserviceable or unsafe to the Service Manager.
• Participate in training programs and service training as directed or required.
• Present a professional image of the dealership and represent it professionally as a Service Technician.
• Report to work on time as scheduled.
• Operate company vehicles in compliance with state motor vehicle safety laws.
• Perform basic repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment and Technical Manual procedures.
• Operate heavy equipment safely.
• Maintain current technical knowledge, including knowledge of John Deere and competitive products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree