Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic Opportunity in Evansville, IN

Talon Recruiting has partnered with a leading Heavy Equipment Dealer in search of a Field Mechanic to join their team in Evansville IN.

The primary responsibility of a field service technician for heavy equipment involves conducting maintenance diagnostics and repairs on various machinery to ensure efficient and safe operation at customers locations. This includes troubleshooting mechanical electrical and hydraulic issues replacing worn parts and adhering to safety protocols. Additionally maintaining accurate documentation collaborating with team members and staying updated on industry advancements through training are essential aspects of the role. Overall the goal is to optimize equipment performance minimize downtime and uphold safety standards.

Reports to: Operations Manageror Service Manager

Duties and Responsibilities -

• Repair equipment in a safe andhigh qualitymanner

• Provides parts lists as needed

• Performs inspections as directed and suggests other needed repairs

• Perform Diagnostics to recreate customer complaint (if needed)

• Communicates work order and all part numbersrequiredto perform assigned repairs to parts department

• Communicates work order and all shop materialsrequiredto perform assigned repairs to service department manager.

• Makes repairs required in a safe and effective manner

• Ensure that all repairs are completed as assigned

• Ensure all parts and materials not used are returned to parts department and communicates to service manager to have them removed

• Maintain the work area in a clean and safe condition

• Ensuresrepairs are completed within the quoted time or communication with theirManagertakes place as soon as the technician is aware that the quoted time will not be met.

• Customer communication where applicable about machine breakdown/repairs

• Inspection ofequipmentforadditionalneeds/work

• Maintain work areas or truck in a clean and orderly environment

• All tools and special equipment used on repairs are clean before returning them

• All specialty tools used on jobs are returned to the original location in working condition

• Assistsservice team on quoting jobs

• All communications with customers and coworkersisconducted with respect and honesty

• Report toServiceManager any broken or missing toolsimmediately

• OSHA 10 Training

• Follow all safety rules
• Maintain the field vehicle in a manner aimed at ensuring proper operations and condition
• Perform daily pre-trip inspections
• Perform detailed and documented monthly vehicle inspection
• Perform regular scheduled maintenance as needed
• Maintain the field vehicle in a clean and cosmetically pleasing manner as per guidelines
• Maintain and operate vehicle in excess of 10000 pounds in accordance with all DOTregulations
• Ability to pass DOT tor Non-DOT physical in accordance with assigned Field Truck
• Vehicle shall not be operated in excess of GVWR.

Heavy Equipment Technician Qualifications and Experience:

• GED/HS DIPLOMAPLUS Minimum 2 year Diesel Technology Ag Technology Automotive Technology or Heavy Equipment Technology degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 2-5 years of experience working on hydraulic pneumatic and electrical systems or heavy equipment maintenance experience preferred
• Welding and cutting torch experience preferred
• Basic tool set and storage
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information
• Must be personable highly motivated a problem solver reliable ethical and able to adapt to all forces around them from customers suppliers coworkers and manufacturers
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug screen that includes medical marijuana
• Be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future
• Requires prolonged standing with periodic lifting walking standing bending stooping and stretching
• Requires ability to push lift pull and/or carry 75 lbs. or more

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Wages based on experience
• Benefits including insurance package 401k etc.
• Company paidmanufacturer training
• Upgrades to shop and field equipment
• Career paths that encourage your growth in the industry
• Company paid PPE

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