Heavy Equipment Intern - Service Technician

Heavy Equipment Intern - Service Technician

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

The Heavy Equipment Service Technician Intern at Kirby-Smith Machinery is responsible for working alongside experienced technicians to learn the skills needed to diagnose and repair heavy equipment. This position offers the intern the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, technical training, and become familiar with the distributor environment. This internship will range from 12 to 24 months, depending on the partnering school.

Communicates and supports the Kirby Smith vision and core values of One Mission, One Team, One Plan, One Goal

Practices and promotes safe work habits, following company policies and safety regulations

Assists experienced technicians with diagnostics in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, repairs, and maintenance of heavy equipment

Continuously learns to interpret technical documents, such as schematics, service manuals, and inspection reports

Observes experienced technicians to learn how to properly order parts, complete service documents, and perform repair processes

Completes assigned tasks accurately and efficiently while demonstrating a willingness to learn

Maintains a clean and organized work area, including shop tools and equipment

Attends training sessions, toolbox talks, and team meetings

Consistent and reliable on-site attendance

Performs other job-related duties as assigned

High school diploma or equivalent, or currently enrolled as a student

Strong interest in repairing heavy equipment, machinery, or related mechanical fields

Basic knowledge of hand tools and mechanical systems

Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team

Valid drivers license preferred

Pushes/Pulls/Lifts/Carries up to 100 pounds

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 maintains 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.