Preventative Maintenance Technician

RDO Equipment Co.•Portland, OR

13d•$30 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

RDO Equipment Co. is looking for a Preventative Maintenance Technician to support customers by keeping their equipment running safely and efficiently. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with heavy equipment, values consistency, and takes pride in preventative care. The position is with the Vermeer division in Portland, which focuses on providing Vermeer products, parts, and services to customers in various industries including arborists, landscaping, contracting, and municipalities.

Requirements

Mechanical Aptitude: diesel or mechanical experience preferred; technical training is a plus.
Required Tools: basic tools needed to perform preventative maintenance work.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL): Class B CDL with air brakes required to safely operate company vehicles.
Communication Skills: strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Technical Skills: comfort using computers and technology for documentation and reporting.
Valid work authorization: candidates must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Technical training is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance inspections and repairs on heavy equipment.
Complete routine service work, such as changing fluids, replacing filters, lubricating components, and performing minor parts replacement.
Operate vehicles and equipment safely while working in the shop or field.
Maintain inventory and organization of the lube truck and service materials.
Promote preventative maintenance services and support positive customer relationships.