Heavy Equipment Shop Service Technician/Mechanic

Heavy Equipment Shop Service Technician/MechanicKirby-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!BenefitsAbove-Average Industry PayComprehensive Benefits Package (including Medical/Dental/Vision)401K Plan with Company MatchGenerous PTO Package/Paid HolidaysShort/Long Term DisabilityGrowth OpportunitiesPaid TrainingFamily-owned and OperatedHealth and WellnessSpecific BenefitsRelocation assistance available for qualified candidatesUniforms & Steel/Composite Safety Toed Boots providedHighly productive shopContinued education, manufacturer hands-on and web-based trainingClean and professional work environmentCompany-paid Accident InsurancePosition PurposeResponsible 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.Essential FunctionsCommunicates and supports the Kirby Smith vision and core values of One Mission, One Team, One Plan, One GoalPerforms Shop repairs and maintenance with little or no direct supervisionDiagnoses and evaluates problems with equipment; makes repairs using established guidelines in accordance with established flat ratesPlans methods and sequence of performing assigned repairsNotifies the Manager of any additional work required on the unitModels safe work habits and abides by company safety policies and procedures alwaysKeeps rework within established guidelinesOrganizes, cleans, and maintains a safe work areaContributes to departmental and product line goalsCompletes required paperwork efficiently and promptlyAttends factory and other training as specified by the supervisorEnsures that the shop equipment remains in optimal working order and is consistently maintained in a clean stateDisplays professional demeanor with customers, managers, and colleaguesPromotes goodwill with customers and exhibits excellent customer relations behaviorsExhibits consistent and reliable on-site attendancePerforms other job-related duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or EquivalentTwo (2) years' experience in diagnosing and repairing construction equipmentAbility to read complex hydraulic and electrical schematicsFurnish and maintain a set of hand tools and any special tools required by the companyAbility to occasionally work overtime, stay overnight, and work on weekends when neededMaintain a valid driver's licensePhysical Requirements:Pushing/Pulling/Lifting/Carrying up to 100 pounds without assistancePhysical ability to squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb, and reach overheadMust 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 shopPhysical ability to perform maintenance on equipment for extended hours, with continual mounting and dismounting throughout the workdayAbility to adhere to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individual PPE in a functional conditionThis 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.