Heavy Equipment Shop Service Technician/Mechanic

Heavy Equipment Shop Service Technician/Mechanic

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 Kirby-Smith family!

Responsible for performing quality work on various brands as effectively and profitably as possible. This includes diagnosing issues, ordering parts, writing technical reports, maintaining the care of company assets, and maintaining proper communication with others.

Communicates and supports the Kirby Smith vision and core values of One Mission, One Team, One Plan, One Goal. Performs Shop 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 sequence of performing assigned repairs. Notifies the Manager of any additional work required on the unit. Models safe work habits and abides by company safety policies and procedures always. 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 promptly. Attends factory and other training as specified by the supervisor. Ensures that the shop equipment remains in optimal working order and is consistently maintained in a clean state. Displays professional demeanor with customers, managers, and colleagues. Promotes goodwill with customers and exhibits excellent customer relations behaviors. Exhibits consistent and reliable on-site attendance. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or Equivalent. Two (2) years’ experience in diagnosing and repairing construction equipment. Ability to read complex hydraulic and electrical schematics. Furnish and maintain a set of hand tools and any special tools required by the company. Ability to occasionally work overtime, stay overnight, and work on weekends when needed. Maintain a valid driver’s license.

Pushing/Pulling/Lifting/Carrying up to 100 pounds without assistance. Physical ability to squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb, and reach overhead. Must be able 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 associated with the shop. Physical ability to perform maintenance on equipment for extended hours, with continual mounting and dismounting throughout the workday. Ability to adhere to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individual PPE in a functional condition.

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.