Shop Technician

Blanchard Machinery•Simpsonville, SC

About The Position

The Shop Technician I assumes a high level of responsibility early and receives intensive training in troubleshooting, technical procedures, and safety. The role maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs mechanical, hydraulic- and diesel-powered equipment, with skill requirements ranging from basic troubleshooting and preventive maintenance to component replacement. It requires a basic working knowledge of equipment operation and associated operating systems, and a basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic circuits, drawings, and prints. The technician uses diagnostic equipment such as Cat ET and CAT-SIS and works with electronic cables, connections, and sensors. The role involves maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing a variety of equipment and components, conducting company-required inspections, installing or replacing repair parts, and testing equipment for proper operation. The technician provides customer service, operates lifting devices, and completes assigned paperwork, including parts requisitions, time cards, part returns, service reports, and other forms. The position is primarily indoors in a non-climate-controlled environment and requires use of personal protective equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
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.
Ability to set and maintain priorities and professionally manage stress in a fast-paced industry with 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.
Ability to represent Blanchard appropriately and work with customers professionally.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to lift varied weights up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Ability to use a broad variety of tools and machines to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment.
Ability to use a computer and other forms of technology to complete job responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing diesel equipment.

Responsibilities

Contribute to a positive work environment and promote BMC’s vision, mission, and values.
Complete all job responsibilities safely and promote a safe and healthy work environment.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, hydraulic- and diesel-powered equipment, including preventive maintenance and component replacement.
Use diagnostic equipment such as Cat ET and CAT-SIS.
Maintain, diagnose, and repair equipment and components including diesel engines, transmissions, drivetrain components, winches, high-pressure and centrifugal pumps, air compressors, microprocessor controls, electromechanical equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, gearboxes, PTOs, 12/24v 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 for proper operation.
Provide total customer service.
Operate lifting devices.
Complete assigned paperwork, including parts requisitions, time cards, part returns, accurate and complete service reports, and other necessary reports and forms.
Perform other duties as assigned.