Heavy Equipment Field Technician

Alta Equipment Group • Byron Center, MI

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About The Position

Come work for one of the largest equipment dealers in North America! Are you a Technician/Mechanic with diesel, agricultural, or heavy equipment repair experience? If so, then we want you on our team! Technicians are at the backbone of our organization; therefore, we provide them with the tools and resources to be successful: Company truck (parked at home each day), Company fuel card, Company paid cell phone, Manufacturer technical training programs, Tool insurance, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Benefits will be administered through the local Union, Competitive wages, Company uniforms provided. Our construction equipment group is seeking a full-time heavy equipment field service technician for our Byron Center, Michigan branch. This is a union position and will be part of Operating Engineers Local 324.

Requirements

• Three years of previous heavy equipment or over the road (OTR) repair experience is required
• Excellent mechanical aptitude with a solid understanding of engine, power train, hydraulics and electrical systems
• Possess own tools
• A positive attitude and high energy
• Must have a clean driving record
• Computer programs - Microsoft Outlook, Volvo VCADS
• Intermediate language skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Basic mathematical skills: Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's
• Intermediate reasoning ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

Responsibilities

• Complete inspections
• Removal and installation of parts
• Implementation of optional accessories
• Maintenance
• Basic diagnosis and troubleshooting
• Testing
• General repairs
• Upkeep of the service truck
• Responsible for the inventory of onboard parts
• Incorporate Alta's Guiding Principles into daily activities
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Consistent, regular, and reliable attendance including being ready for work at the designated start time

Benefits

• Company truck (parked at home each day)
• Company fuel card
• Company paid cell phone
• Manufacturer technical training programs
• Tool insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Benefits administered through the local Union
• Competitive wages
• Company uniforms provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Repair and Maintenance