Heavy Equipment Mechanic / Technician

Good Earth Tools•Festus, MO

About The Position

The Ballast Tools Equipment (BTE) division of Good Earth Tools is experiencing tremendous growth and we are adding teammates to support this growth! If you have a passion for auto repair, diesel mechanics or heavy equipment maintenance and repair this is a great opportunity for you! Our Heavy Equipment Technicians rebuild new machines per specifications as well as diagnosing equipment repair needs and perform designated repairs on company owned machines. This equipment will include excavators and backhoes outfitted for railway maintenance and repair. Why you’ll love working here: Earn more – We offer competitive wages and the opportunity for annual merit increases as you progress in your career. Hourly employees are eligible for quarterly performance bonuses! Excellent Benefits – Our benefits package includes group health insurance, a company-funded profit sharing retirement plan, paid holidays and vacation, and company paid uniforms just to name a few. Stay Active – You’ll be on the move during your shift in this fast-paced, exciting environment! You can get your steps in and also participate in our company wellness program! Be Part of a Team – Every position plays a key role in meeting customer needs, and we all work together as a team to get things done in our family-run organization!

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years’ experience in heavy equipment repair OR certification from a Technical or vocational education in Heavy Equipment, Diesel or Automotive Technology required
Ability to diagnose equipment utilizing laptop computers, gauges, and instruments in all machine systems: electronics, hydraulics, power train, and general machine performance is expected
Knowledge of basic tools and tool usage, including basic welding skills
Must have the ability to work 40 hours a week and maintain a punctual, reliable attendance record

Responsibilities

Disassemble and assemble machine components to manufacturer’s specifications using hand and power tools.
Perform required troubleshooting and repairs including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, and hydraulics on production machines. Also includes preventive maintenance and general machine upkeep
Detection of faults using diagnostic laptop computers, gauges, and instruments in all machine systems: electronics, hydraulics, power train, engines and general machine performance is expected
Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
Perform necessary maintenance and repairs based on troubleshooting and diagnosis
Occasional operation of machine in the determination of repair need or repair assessment may occur
Occasional use of basic welding equipment.