Heavy Equipment Shop Technician (Mechanic)

EquipmentShare•Grand Rapids, MI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

EquipmentShare is hiring a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician (Mechanic) at its rental facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The technician maintains and repairs a variety of customer- and company-owned heavy equipment, machinery, and aerial lifts. The role works with the company’s technology to create, assign, and monitor work orders, track service intervals, order parts, and use equipment data to diagnose issues and determine corrective actions. Technicians also have access to year-round, company-provided OEM training and industry-leading diagnostic tools. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Overtime pay is offered after 40 hours worked, and the position is subject to on-call scheduling, with additional compensation provided. This is a safety-sensitive position; employment is contingent on passing a background check, and an offer is contingent on passing a 10-panel drug screen. EquipmentShare describes itself as a people-first, technology-powered company focused on improving the construction industry through innovative technology, real-time support, and a collaborative team. It values employees with grit, humility, optimism, and a desire to grow in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Requirements

Must own tools applicable to the position.
Advanced mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools.
Extensive knowledge of construction equipment and an advanced understanding of schematics and diagrams.
Superior customer service, teamwork, and verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to move, stand, stoop, and bend freely.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
Must pass a 10-panel drug screen; employment is contingent on passing a background check.

Nice To Haves

Trade school certificate.
Experience in field service, maintenance, and repair.
Knowledge of OSHA requirements.

Responsibilities

Practice safe job practices when repairing equipment.
Use laptops, tablets, and company technology to create, assign, and monitor work orders, track machine service intervals, order parts, and diagnose equipment issues.
Maintain and repair complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems on a variety of rental and customer equipment and tools, using a high degree of independent judgment.
Assist in training lower-level technicians as needed.
Complete and maintain paperwork and electronic documentation of work performed, including work orders, accurately and promptly each day.
Assist with the pickup and delivery of equipment and parts.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Monthly family dinner night.
Competitive compensation.
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees.
Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
401(k) with company match.
Tool and boot reimbursements, depending on role.
Gym membership stipend and wellness programs.
Company events, food truck nights, and monthly team dinners.
16 hours of paid volunteer time per year.
Career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities.
Year-round company-provided OEM training.
Access to industry-leading diagnostic tools.
Additional compensation for on-call scheduling.
Overtime pay after working 40 hours.