Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic (Track)

Dobbs Equipment, LLC • Riviera Beach, FL, US, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Dobbs Equipment is seeking an experienced Track Service Technician to inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy equipment undercarriages in a service shop. The technician may work independently or as part of a team, including removing and installing complete undercarriages and their components—tracks, roller frames, rollers, idlers, and sprocket segments—and repairing broken link assemblies using a cutting torch. The role also involves operating heavy equipment, preparing job reports, identifying additional work required for safe and proper equipment operation, and maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe work area. Other duties or projects may be assigned by management.

The technician is expected to follow Dobbs Equipment and client safety policies, participate in required training, maintain current product knowledge, care for shop tools and equipment, and represent the dealership professionally. The position is based in a service shop and may require varying shifts, workdays of up to 12 hours, weekends, holidays, and limited overnight travel for training.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment maintenance and operation.
• Ability to perform basic repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment and Technical Manual procedures.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely around the shop.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to remove and install tracks, rollers, idlers, and sprockets.
• Knowledge of John Deere equipment, especially undercarriage design, repair, and maintenance; experience with comparable brands may be considered.
• Knowledge and proficiency with current computer software and related hardware.
• Ability to communicate effectively with teammates.
• Strong problem-solving and 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 follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions using common sense.
• Ability to develop skills in component and machine disassembly, assembly, and repair.
• Basic arithmetic ability using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to stay current with technical changes and maintain product knowledge of John Deere and competitive products.
• Ability to work up to 12-hour days, varying shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to travel overnight less than 5% of the time for training.
• Ability to use required personal protective equipment, including welding shields, hard hats, vests, safety glasses, goggles, and gloves.
• Ability to use the full range of motion in the back, arms, hands, fingers, and legs, including climbing, twisting, squatting, and pushing.
• Ability to use hand tools, fuel hoses, and lubrication systems on equipment.
• Ability to climb onto or down from mobile construction equipment, typically involving 3–4 feet of climbing.
• Ability to frequently lift or carry loads greater than 50 pounds but less than 75 pounds.
• Required vision includes close, distance, and color vision.
• Ability to talk and hear at moderate noise levels.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy equipment undercarriages.
• Remove and install complete undercarriages, including tracks, roller frames, rollers, idlers, and sprocket segments.
• Repair broken link assemblies, including using a cutting torch.
• Perform assigned service tasks and inspections.
• Operate heavy equipment safely in and around the shop.
• Follow safety rules and maintain a safe work environment and safe work habits.
• Work independently with limited supervision or as part of a team.
• Prepare required reports and forms, including documenting diagnoses and work completed.
• Report additional work needed for proper and safe equipment operation to the Service Manager.
• Report equipment shortages, malfunctions, and unsafe or unserviceable tools, equipment, or vehicles to the Service Manager.
• Participate in required service and technical training programs.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area.
• Maintain and care for shop tools, equipment, vehicles, and other employees’ belongings.
• Represent the dealership professionally and report to work on time as scheduled.
• Operate company vehicles when necessary and comply with applicable motor vehicle safety laws.
• Adhere to Dobbs Equipment and client safety policies.

What This Job Offers

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