Journeyman Equipment Technician

Western States Equipment•Dalton Gardens, ID

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Western States Equipment has a long legacy of providing quality equipment and excellent service to customers. Since 1956, their vision is to make communities stronger, cleaner, and more productive through their products, service, and people. They are committed to their purpose of “Building our Communities for a Better Tomorrow” and performance through values of SAFETY, EXCELLENCE, TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, and INNOVATION. They also emphasize customer and employee care commitments: Conveying Warm and Empathy, Actively Listening, Building Trust, and Saying Thank You.

Requirements

Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Minimum of three years equivalent experience in a Caterpillar or similar environment with hydraulic, engine and powertrain experience required.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.
Appropriate technician level tooling required.
Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write in English).
Ability to navigate Microsoft products.
Ability to obtain job related certifications for any specialty equipment such as but not limited to forklifts, rigging and overhead cranes, etc.
General knowledge of manufacturer specific software. (SIS, ET, and STW)
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Consistent attendance and timeliness with the ability to work overtime with limited notice.
Working within and promoting Western States’ purpose, vision and values.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in diesel technology, trade school diploma, preferred.

Responsibilities

Actively cares, promotes, manages, and advocates safety at Western States.
Completes Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s) prior to any job-related tasks according to WSECO’s policy and standards.
Maintains clean/clutter free personal work areas to ensure safe environment for all WSECO employees.
Adheres to required personal protective equipment (PPE) as identified in safety policy.
Demonstrates troubleshooting skills on various engine and equipment systems.
Performs skill level appropriate testing while comparing data to specifications to determine if the system is working as designed.
Repairs and diagnoses machine failures according to WSECO’s time requirement guidelines.
Performs tasks independently, including inspections and troubleshooting, when scheduled for required preventative maintenance service.
Completes engine preventative maintenance and inspects/repairs internal engine components to include common rail fuel systems, and SCR/DEF systems.
Troubleshoots and repairs powertrain components.
Demonstrates understanding of various brake systems and ability to repair when required.
Understands, tests, and repairs complex electrical systems, including Deutsch and Ampseal Connectors, 6/12/24 battery voltage systems, and ability to repair/replace various harness types.
Troubleshoots and services HVAC systems, including evacuating, recharging, and replacing components when required.
Performs general mechanical/electrical cab functions pertaining to operator interfaces.
Performs general tasks in troubleshooting and repair of various frame and suspension systems including tracks, track pads, drive sprockets, and idlers.
Identifies undercarriage components and perform track sag measurements.
Participates in continued education and training initiatives as outlined in the Western States Equipment Technician Career Development Plan (TCDP).
Utilizes service manuals (STW, SIS and parts books) to address technical issues and perform all required tasks within technician level abilities, in accordance to printed procedures.
Utilizes parts reusability guidelines.
Completes actual service reports for files and warranty purposes using STW for timely work order closing.
Addresses all inquiries in a prompt and friendly manner in an effort to meet or exceed internal/external client expectations.
Performs other duties as assigned while developing a mindset for technician productivity.