Rental Technician

Who We Are

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. is a leading distributor of heavy equipment and cranes in the central United States. We are at the forefront of today's construction industry growth and have several exciting job opportunities for talented, energized professionals across the region who want to join our #WeAre1KirbySmith family!


Rental Technician Benefits

• Above-Average Industry Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package (including Medical/Dental/Vision)
• 401K Plans with Company Match
• Generous PTO Package/Paid Holidays
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Growth Opportunities
• Paid Training
• Family-Owned and Operated
• Health and Wellness

Rental Technician Position Purpose

Responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing equipment for Kirby-Smith Machinery's Rental department.

Rental Technician Essential Functions

• Communicates and supports the Kirby Smith vision and core values of One Mission, One Team, One Plan, One Goal
• Performs thorough inspections of equipment, ensuring their continued safe and reliable operation
• Performs equipment repairs and maintenance with little or no direct supervision
• Diagnoses and evaluates problems with equipment; makes repairs using established guidelines in accordance with established flat rates
• Plans methods and sequences of performing assigned repairs
• Models safe work habits and always abides by all safety policies and procedures
• Keeps rework within established guidelines
• Organizes, cleans, and maintains a safe work area
• Contributes to departmental and product line goals
• Completes required paperwork efficiently and timely
• Attends factory and other training as specified by the supervisor
• Maintains shop equipment in good working condition and keeps it clean
• Exhibits a professional demeanor with customers, managers, and colleagues
• Promotes goodwill with customers and exhibit excellent customer relations behaviors
• Consistent and reliable on-site attendance
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Rental Technician Minimum Qualifications

• High School Education or equivalent
• Experience in diagnosing/repairing construction equipment and/or related technical school training preferred
• Ability to read and understand complex hydraulic and electrical schematics
• Furnish and maintain a set of hand tools and any special tools required by the company

Rental Technician Physical Requirements:

• Pushes/Pulls/Lifts/Carries up to 100 pounds without assistance
• Physical ability to squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb, and reach overhead
• Ability to work in extreme heat or cold and wet, damp, dusty, or windy conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noises, hazardous materials, and fumes/odors
• Physical ability to perform maintenance on equipment for extended hours, with continual mounting and dismounting throughout the workday
• Adheres to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individual PPE in a functional condition

This is considered a Safety-Sensitive position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.