PM FIELD SERVICE TECH

Hugg & Hall • Broussard, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Hugg and Hall Equipment Company is seeking a PM Field Service Tech with mechanical knowledge and customer service skills. PM Field Service Mechanics perform routine preventative maintenance on customer- and company-owned material handling and construction equipment within a designated territory, helping prolong equipment lifespan. The role requires courteous, effective communication with customers and co-workers—including Salespeople, Coordinators, and Managers—about job progress and general updates. The technician must maintain a safe working environment and follow safety laws, policies, and rules both at customer sites and while operating company vehicles. Strong mechanical aptitude, customer service skills, a professional demeanor, and a safety-first mentality are important. The position involves working in operating facilities and outdoors at customer locations, with exposure to varying weather and temperatures, vehicle hazards, and equipment-related hazards. It requires physical work, driving a van or truck to customer locations, and wearing safety glasses and safety shoes. The role is designated safety-sensitive. Initial hire requires passing a pre-employment background check, drug test, and driving-record check.

Requirements

• At least 6 months to 1 year of hands-on experience as a service technician or mechanic in the material handling equipment industry, or mechanical training/education, or experience in a related industry.
• Own a complete line of tools, including specialized tools needed to complete work at customer sites.
• Basic computer skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• At least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude and customer service skills, a professional demeanor, and a safety-first mentality.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds, and push or pull up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, twist, climb, crawl, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, and perform handling/fingering tasks daily.
• Ability to wear safety glasses and safety shoes.
• Pass pre-employment background check, drug test, and driving-record check.

Nice To Haves

• Technical aptitude or experience with hydraulic, electrical, or mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with equipment operation.
• Familiarity with diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Ability to read schematics or be trained to read them.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on various types of construction and material handling equipment in the field.
• Communicate courteously and effectively with customers and co-workers, including Salespeople, Coordinators, and Managers, regarding job progress and general updates.
• Maintain a safe working environment and observe safety laws, policies, and rules at customer sites and while operating company vehicles.
• Drive a van or truck to and from customer locations.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, quarterly incentives, and bonus programs.
• Company-provided vehicle, phone, and tablet.
• Ongoing paid training, manufacturer certifications, and career advancement opportunities.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED