Shop Technician I

Blanchard Machinery Company•Florence, SC

About The Position

The Shop Technician I performs maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical, hydraulic, and diesel-powered equipment. The role requires basic knowledge of equipment operation and associated systems, as well as an understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic circuits. Technicians receive intensive training in troubleshooting, technical procedures, and safety, and are expected to work safely, learn quickly, and complete work with minimal supervision. The position includes diagnosing and repairing a wide variety of equipment and components, conducting inspections, installing or replacing parts, and testing equipment for proper operation. The technician also completes service reports, paperwork, and parts documentation while providing customer service. Work is primarily indoors in a non-climate-controlled environment and involves physical activity and use of tools and machines.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing diesel equipment.
Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques and proper repair procedures.
Ability to read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics, operating manuals, and maintenance service manuals.
Organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to set and maintain priorities and handle work-related stress and deadlines.
Ability to work as an enthusiastic, hardworking team player and complete work with minimal supervision.
Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication skills.
Professional conduct when representing Blanchard and interacting with customers.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
Ability to address problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to use computers and other technology to complete job responsibilities.
Ability to use personal protective equipment as required.
Ability to stand, stoop, squat, push, pull, twist, turn, and lift varied weights.
Ability to use a broad variety of tools and machines to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment.
Ability to see, read, and write to complete job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Contribute to a positive work environment and promote BMC’s vision, mission, and values.
Complete job responsibilities safely and promote a safe and healthy work environment.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and diesel-powered equipment.
Use diagnostic equipment, including Cat ET and CAT-SIS.
Maintain, diagnose, and repair equipment and components such as diesel engines, transmissions, drive train components, winches, pumps, air compressors, microprocessor controls, electro-mechanical equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, gearboxes, PTOs, electrical systems, equipment cabs and controls, chassis and suspension, and A/C systems.
Perform inspections required by the company.
Install or replace new or reconditioned repair parts.
Test equipment to ensure proper operation.
Provide customer service.
Operate lifting devices.
Complete assigned paperwork, including parts requisitions, timecards, part returns, service reports, and other required forms.
Perform other duties as assigned.