Shop Service Technician - Heavy Equipment

HOLT Group•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

The Shop Service Technician – Heavy Equipment performs inspections, diagnoses, and repairs of diesel-powered heavy equipment, related equipment, and components according to 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, Level III technician position. It generally requires more than four years of experience and/or demonstrated job-relevant knowledge and skills. The technician applies moderate knowledge of standard and technical concepts, practices, and procedures; performs standard, complex, and technical tasks; works with indirect supervision as a self-starter; and may serve as a team member on large projects. The role is expected to model alignment with the company's mission and values, collaborate with internal and external resources, and participate in ongoing self-development.

Requirements

Four or more years of diesel-powered heavy equipment repair experience preferred.
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Ability to read and use schematics and diagrams; experience preferred.
Proficiency with current computer software, related hardware, and machine electronic systems.
Quality control analysis skills, including conducting tests and inspections and communicating findings.
Operation and control skills for equipment or systems.
Ability to determine 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 coordination to grasp, manipulate, or assemble small objects.
Ability to read, write, and understand information, and to listen to and understand spoken information.
Must have or acquire basic metric and standard mechanic hand and pneumatic tools.
Ability to move objects and use abdominal and lower-back muscles for sustained support; frequently move materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders and equipment using both hands and feet, maneuver safely, and work underneath equipment.
Ability to react to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and visually inspect work.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Graduation from a diesel technology program preferred.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of heavy equipment such as dozers, excavators, motor graders, and other earthmoving equipment.
Knowledge of heavy equipment aftertreatment repair.
Experience reading and using schematics and diagrams.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from a diesel technology program.

Responsibilities

Model, promote, reinforce, and reward consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership tools, models, and processes to support alignment with the company’s vision, values, and mission.
Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and failures.
Disassemble and assemble machine components to manufacturer specifications using hand tools, pneumatic tools, and specialized tooling.
Rebuild, repair, recondition, and maintain equipment and components.
Provide good customer relations and support, and communicate customer needs to shop management.
Plan and control the cost of repair jobs.
Complete parts orders and identify parts for return.
Mentor and help train other technicians.
Maintain equipment and work areas in good, clean, and orderly condition.
Complete all repair-related documentation in a timely manner.
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.