Shop Service Technician 4 - HOLT Crane & Equipment

HOLT Group•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Crane Shop Service Technician performs inspections, diagnoses, and repairs of diesel-powered heavy equipment and related equipment or components, following established procedures and guidelines. The technician works independently or as part of a team to provide mechanical services that meet customer needs and departmental goals. This is a mid-level position generally requiring more than seven years of experience and/or demonstrated job-relevant knowledge and skills. A Level IV Technician has broad knowledge of standard and technical concepts, practices, and procedures; uses extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals; performs standard, complex, and technical tasks; works with minimal supervision; and may serve on a large project team. The incumbent is expected to model the company’s mission and core business values, collaborate with internal and external resources, and participate in ongoing self-development. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Some travel may be expected. Work is regularly performed indoors around moving mechanical parts and may involve outdoor exposure to inclement weather, heat, cold, and humidity. The work may be noisy and involve exposure to small quantities of chemicals, dust, steam, high-pressure water, and high-speed rotating equipment. The technician may work in cramped spaces or at heights and must wear common protective or safety equipment.

Requirements

Seven or more years of diesel-powered heavy equipment repair experience preferred.
Ability and knowledge to read and use schematics and diagrams preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Extensive knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Knowledge of heavy equipment such as dozers, excavators, motor graders, and other earthmoving equipment.
Proficiency with current computer software, related hardware, and machine electronic systems.
Quality-control analysis skills, including testing and inspecting products, services, or processes and communicating findings.
Operation and control skills for equipment or systems.
Ability to select the tools and equipment needed for a job.
Ability to operate a conventional forklift and an overhead crane.
Ability to quickly and repeatedly operate machine or vehicle controls to exact positions.
Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and equipment used in mechanical repair.
Manual dexterity and coordinated finger movements to grasp, manipulate, or assemble small objects.
Ability to read, write, and understand information.
Ability to listen to and understand spoken information and ideas.
Own a large and complete assortment of appropriate hand tools; may also have specialized tools.
Ability to move objects and use abdominal and lower-back muscles for sustained support without fatigue.
Ability to frequently move materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina for constant movement and limb use.
Ability to climb ladders and equipment using both hands and feet, maneuver safely, and work underneath equipment.
Ability to respond to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and visually inspect work.
Ability to perform work in cramped spaces and/or at heights and wear common protective or safety equipment.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a diesel technology program preferred.

Responsibilities

Model, promote, reinforce, and reward consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership tools, models, and processes.
Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and failures.
Disassemble and assemble machine components to manufacturer specifications using hand, pneumatic, and specialized tools.
Rebuild, repair, recondition, and maintain equipment and components.
Demonstrate good customer relations and support, and communicate customer needs to the shop.
Plan and control repair-job costs.
Complete parts orders and identify parts for return.
Mentor and train others on tasks and behaviors.
Maintain equipment and work areas in good, clean, and orderly condition.
Work safely and comply with applicable safety policies and company policies, procedures, and standards.
Work overtime as required by workload and customer needs.
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, such as ProTech Technician Training Paths.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.