SERVICE TECHNICIAN

VERMEER GREAT PLAINS INC•Oklahoma City, OK

20d

About The Position

The Service Technician is responsible for high quality and effective repair of equipment. Provides excellent customer service, maintains professionalism and ensures detailed records are accurate and up to date.

Requirements

Must be committed to and take a pro-active approach to our Company Mission, Vision and Values
Strong PC proficiency with MS Windows and MS Office Suite, CDK a plus
Demonstrated experience with hydraulic systems, electrical, electronics, pneumatics, diagnosing and calibration
Owns and maintains personal tools and toolbox required
Ability to safely operate industrial equipment; including forklift, overhead hoist, etc.
Mechanical/technical aptitude with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Strong current electronic diagnosing capabilities
Good working knowledge of equipment operations and mechanical functions
Demonstrated safe work habits
High degree of customer service to both internal and external customers
Strong ability to adapt to the people and environment around them - customers, suppliers, co-workers and manufacturer's employees
Ability to conduct yourself in a professional, ethical and reliable manner with minimal supervision
Strong verbal and written communication skills in order to communicate professionally, respectfully and honestly at all times
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle, feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk and hear 100% of the time
Ability to be exposed to extreme weather elements, including wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold and extreme heat regularly
Ability to withstand moderate to high noise level in working environment regularly
Regular attendance is required
Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends as needed
Associate degree in Applied Science, Diesel Mechanics, Diesel Technology, or related field, and 1 year of technician experience in heavy equipment or industrial equipment industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Vermeer Technician Certification required within 6 months of start date
Must have a valid unrestricted Driver’s License and ability to maintain one throughout employment
Background check, pre-employment drug testing and clean driving record required

Nice To Haves

Bilingual a plus

Responsibilities

Service, repair, assemble and recondition equipment as assigned
Diagnose basic problems and determine what repairs are required with assistance as needed
Research, identify, and order correct parts required to perform repairs using electronic parts manuals
Perform any inspections as required
Maintain complete and detailed working records
Maintain and care for all shop tools, machines and equipment
Suggest any additional repairs needed to Service Manager
Help maintain cleanliness, neatness and safety of your work area
Update Service Admin via Modern, spreadsheet and verbal communication of equipment repair status
Stay current with the latest trends and developments within your field and industry by continuing your education with Factory Service Schools, VGP Service Schools, Individual Development Plans, etc.
Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adhere to all policies and procedures as specified in Employee Handbook and set by Vermeer Great Plains
Other duties as assigned
Measure of success determined by established company guidelines, including but not limited to repairs completed, ability to complete repairs, time required to complete repairs, feedback from customers, ability to take guidance and direction from Manager professionally, and execute upon such feedback