Service Technician

Machinery Repair Technician

Reports to the service manager and responsible for the effective repair of machinery and components at high levels of quality. This individual works under direct supervision.

Recondition and repair all equipment components and systems as assigned by the shop manager.

Maintain good working records for time, parts, supplies and outside purchases in repairs.

Maintain and care for shop tools, equipment and vehicles.

Communicate with others professionally.

Maintain excellent customer and employee relations.

Duties

Recondition and Repair Equipment and Components.

• Plan methods and sequence of performing repairs assigned
• Order all parts and materials required to perform assigned repairs
• Effect the repairs required in a safe and effective manner
• Ensure that all repairs are completed as assigned
• Ensure the cosmetic appearance upon completion as required
• Ensure all parts and materials not used are returned per guidelines
• Maintain the work area in a clean and safe condition

Maintain Good Working Records for Time, Parts, Supplies, and Outside Purchases in Repairs.

• All record keeping methods are followed per instructions
• All cost-related items are included in the job jacket
• Ensure all records kept are legible or in compliance with established methods

Maintain and Care for Shop Tools, Equipment and Vehicles.

• 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

All communications with customers is conducted in a manner reflecting respect and honesty.

All communications with co-workers is conducted following the golden rule

Job Requisites

The individual in this position should be personable, a problem solver, reliable, ethical, intelligent and able to adapt to all of the forces around them customers, suppliers, department employees, co-workers and manufacturers employees.

Education/Training/Experience

A technical school certificate or equivalent experience in mechanical repairs.

General Skill Requisites

• Strong mechanical skills.
• Good communications skills.
• Good, safe work habits.

Specific Skill Requisites

• A good working knowledge of equipment operations and mechanical functions on Wheel Loaders, Excavators, Bull Dozers, Crushers, Screeners, Pavers, Roller Compactors, Skid Steer Loaders, and Backhoe Loaders.
• Strong diagnostic skills Electrical, Hydraulics, and Powertrains.
• Able to perform repairs for all major equipment systems

Started in 2007, Hills Machinery is owned by brothers, Adam and Jim Hills and operated by a dedicated team of heavy equipment industry professionals. Hills Machinery is proud to have a close-knit group of employees who care deeply about serving their customers.