Field Mechanic Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to stoop, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record; the employee will drive a company-owned vehicle and must meet corporate insurance coverage requirements.
• Must be DOT certifiable; must be at least 21 years old to be DOT certified.
• Some vocational or formal schooling in hydraulics and diesel engine repair.
• Three years of on-the-job experience in diesel mechanics and hydraulics; schooling in these fields may substitute for some job experience.
• Must pass the tacker test.
• Must be able to stay overnight at out-of-town locations on occasion.

Nice To Haves

• Practice and improve welding skills toward passing the AWSD14 Welding Test, which is encouraged for consideration for future promotions.
• Passing the AWSD14 Welding Test is not required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Consult with the Service Supervisor to plan work and travel schedules, prioritizing customer needs and considering machine location and parts availability.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions; repair or replace worn and defective parts; install assemblies; and adjust devices and controls.
• Provide the tools and parts and arrange facilities needed to perform repair work, usually at customer premises.
• Inspect, operate, and test machines at delivery, at scheduled inspection intervals, and after repairs to ensure proper operation.
• Report customer and machine details, malfunction information, time spent working, driving and waiting, mileage, and other relevant information to the Service Supervisor for account charging and billing.
• Build customer relationships by assembling equipment when necessary, performing inspections, training operators on machine operation and capabilities, and explaining warranty and maintenance requirements.
• Make routine customer calls as time permits and provide prompt, satisfactory repair or replacement service.
• Improve technical skills by attending company-sponsored vocational schools and departmental training meetings and by reading technical literature.
• Maintain a neat personal appearance and keep the service truck clean, polished, and orderly.
• As an experienced or advanced mechanic, troubleshoot recurring or unusual problems in coordination with Engineering, Manufacturing, and other service personnel.
• As an experienced or advanced mechanic, train new mechanics or supervise teams assembling or servicing large units or performing large repair jobs.
• Complete work orders and job-related paperwork, including JSA forms, inspection reports, and credit card receipts, in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Vacation
• 10 holidays
• 401(k)
• Life insurance