Heavy Equipment Service Technician

Heavy Equipment Shop TechnicianThe Heavy Equipment Shop Technician is responsible for providing high quality repair service on equipment, in order to respond to customer needs in a positive, caring and timely manner and to ensure maximum value for work performed.Complete assigned jobs and tasks to meet flat rate times and re-work metrics.Work safely and follow all Riggs safety policies and procedures.Complete related paperwork and access databases required to complete job (work order, parts order, JSA, DBS, SIMS, SIS web, BMTS) accurately and timely.Follow contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulationsRemove and install parts, disassemble and assemble components, and test and adjust assemblies with minimal supervision.Complete all assigned training in a timely and proficient manner.Requires general knowledge of engines, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic systems and components.General knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, laptops, diagnostic software and cranes and rigging equipment.This position requires the ability to provide accurate information to management for quoting.Must be able to obtain or currently possess adequate tooling to perform all assigned duties.High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training.Clean driving record and the ability to obtain CDL within 90 days of hire for field assignment (If applicable)Must be at least 21 to be assigned and operate field vehicleWill be certified prior to operating a forklift and/or man liftMay be required to complete DOT physicalMay require MSHA certificationFlexibility to work various schedules including shift work, required overtime and on-call.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock and explosives.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.This position is considered safety sensitive.Required travel up to 10%.The Job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.EEO/AANon-Exempt; HourlyEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities