Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

Alta Equipment Group•Byron Center, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Alta Equipment Group is seeking a full-time heavy equipment shop service diesel technician/mechanic for its construction equipment group. The position is based at the Byron Center, Michigan branch, is represented by Local 324, and reports to the branch. The technician performs inspections, installs optional accessories, completes general repairs, and incorporates Alta’s Guiding Principles into daily activities. Regular, reliable attendance and readiness to work at the designated start time are required; other duties may be assigned. Alta describes its technicians as central to the organization and offers manufacturer technical training, tools and resources, company uniforms, competitive wages, paid time off, and paid holidays. Benefits are administered through the local union. The role requires experience repairing heavy equipment or over-the-road equipment, power systems repair experience, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work after hours as needed. The technician must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record to drive a company vehicle, and must possess their own tools. The work involves standing, walking, using and reaching with hands, and regularly lifting up to 25 pounds. Climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and lifting 26–50 pounds occur frequently; sitting and lifting 51–100 pounds or more occur occasionally. The technician regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and outdoor weather. Occasional conditions include wet or humid environments, electrical-shock risk, and vibration.

Requirements

Four years of previous heavy equipment or over-the-road repair experience.
At least two years of previous power systems repair experience.
Previous mechanic repair experience, including forklift, heavy equipment, diesel, or automotive repair; military, Guard, or Reserve experience with an MOS or NEC code of 63B, 63H, 63S, 63W, 63Y, 91B, 91H, 91L, 91M, or CM is also identified.
Strong working knowledge of power train and generation systems.
Excellent mechanical aptitude and a solid understanding of engine, power train, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Good time-management skills.
Ability to work after hours as needed.
Clean driving record and valid driver’s license to drive a company vehicle.
Possess own tools.
Positive attitude and high energy.
Computer skills with Microsoft Outlook and Volvo VCADS.
Intermediate language skills: ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Basic mathematical skills: ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and multiply and divide with 10s and 100s, including using American units of money, weight, volume, and distance.
Intermediate reasoning ability: apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Meet the physical and work-environment demands described for the role.

Nice To Haves

Volvo Penta engine experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete inspections.
Implement optional accessories.
Perform general repairs.
Incorporate Alta’s Guiding Principles into daily activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain consistent, regular, and reliable attendance, including being ready to work at the designated start time.