Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

Our construction equipment group is seeking a full-time resident heavy equipment Shop service diesel technician / mechanic with the classification of Shop Technician 2. This position will report to the Byron Center MI branch. This is a union position and will be part of Local 324.A Shop Technician 2 must be familiar with and able to diagnose and repair any systems problem that occurs for the majority (greater than 50%) of equipment the Company sells. A Shop Technician 2 is qualified to successfully efficiently and accurately perform the cleaning maintenance visual inspection removal installation with the help of proper manuals report writing and the disassembly assembly parts reuse evaluation reconditioning ordering the correct parts measuring adjusting diagnosing testing troubleshooting and equipment failure analysis of their assigned Service department or specialized area with minimal technical assistance. Also a Shop Technician 2 may be asked to perform minor welding fabricating and machining repairs. A Shop Technician 2 must become Volvo Level 3 certified. Must be able to meet or exceed quoted labor for repairs related to this level with minimal responsibilities of the position consist of but are not limited to:Complete inspections Implementation of optional accessories General repairs Incorporate Altas Guiding Principles into daily activities Performs other duties as assigned Consistent regular and reliable attendance including being ready for work at the designated start timeWe encourage our technicians to participate in our in-house training program allowing them to acquire additional skills in diagnosis and troubleshooting and further advance their career as a technician. Also company uniforms are provided!Qualifications:Four years of previous heavy equipment or over the road (OTR) repair experience is requiredMinimum of 2 years of previous power systems repair experience is requiredVolvo Penta engine experience is highly preferredPrevious mechanic repair experience (forklift heavy equipment diesel automotive) including experience in the Military Guard or Reserve with an MOS or NEC code of 63B 63H 63S 63W 63Y 91B 91H 91L 91M or CMStrong working knowledge of power train and generation systemsExcellent mechanical aptitudeGood written and verbal communication skillsGood time management skillsAbility to work after hours as neededMust have clean driving record and valid drivers license to drive company vehicleExcellent mechanical aptitude with a solid understanding of the following systems: engine power train hydraulics and electricalPossess own toolsA positive attitude and high energy Computer programs - Microsoft Outlook Volvo VCADS Language Skills - Intermediate: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills - Basic: Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10s and 100s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement volume and distance. Reasoning Ability - Intermediate: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized Demands/Work Environment:Physical/Sensory Functions: Regularly will stand walk use hands reach with hands; Frequently will talk/hear climb or balance stoop kneel crouch or crawl; Occasionally will and/or Move Functions: Regularly will lift up to 25 pounds; Frequently will lift 26 to 50 pounds; Occasionally will lift from 51 to 100 plus Environment: Regularly will work near moving mechanical parts; Frequently will be exposed to fumes or airborne particles outdoor weather conditions; Occasionally will work in wet or humid conditions (non-weather) risk of electrical shock vibration.