Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic Opportunity in Indianapolis, IN

Field Mechanic

Talon Recruiting has partnered with a leading Heavy Equipment Dealer in search of a Field Mechanic to join their team in Indianapolis, IN. The primary responsibility of a field service technician for heavy equipment involves conducting maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on various machinery to ensure efficient and safe operation at customers locations. This includes troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, replacing worn parts, and adhering to safety protocols. Additionally, maintaining accurate documentation, collaborating with team members, and staying updated on industry advancements through training are essential aspects of the role. Overall, the goal is to optimize equipment performance, minimize downtime, and uphold safety standards.

Reports to: Operations Manager or Service Manager

Duties and Responsibilities

• Repair equipment in a safe and high quality manner
• Provides parts lists as needed
• Performs inspections as directed and suggests other needed repairs
• Perform diagnostics, to recreate customer complaint (if needed)
• Communicates work order and all part numbers required to perform assigned repairs to parts department
• Communicates work order and all shop materials required to perform assigned repairs to service department manager.
• Makes repairs required in a safe and effective manner
• Ensure that all repairs are completed as assigned
• Ensure all parts and materials not used are returned to parts department and communicates to service manager to have them removed
• Maintain the work area in a clean and safe condition
• Ensures repairs are completed within the quoted time or communication with their Manager takes place as soon as the technician is aware that the quoted time will not be met.
• Customer communication where applicable about machine breakdown/repairs
• Inspection of equipment for additional needs/work
• Maintain work areas or truck in a clean and orderly environment
• 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
• Assists service team on quoting jobs
• All communications with customers and coworkers is conducted with respect and honesty
• Report to Service Manager any broken or missing tools immediately
• OSHA 10 Training
• Follow all safety rules
• Maintain the field vehicle in a manner aimed at ensuring proper operations and condition
• Perform daily pre-trip inspections
• Perform detailed and documented monthly vehicle inspection
• Perform regular scheduled maintenance as needed
• Maintain the field vehicle in a clean and cosmetically pleasing manner as per guidelines
• Maintain and operate vehicle in excess of 10,000 pounds in accordance with all DOT regulations
• Ability to pass DOT tor Non-DOT physical in accordance with assigned Field Truck
• Vehicle shall not be operated in excess of GVWR.

Heavy Equipment Technician Qualifications and Experience

• GED/HS DIPLOMA PLUS Minimum 2 year Diesel Technology, Ag Technology, Automotive Technology or Heavy Equipment Technology degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 2-5 years of experience working on hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems or heavy equipment maintenance experience preferred
• Welding and cutting torch experience preferred
• Basic tool set and storage
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information
• Must be personable, highly motivated, a problem solver, reliable, ethical and able to adapt to all forces around them from customers, suppliers, coworkers and manufacturers
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug screen that includes medical marijuana
• Be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future
• Requires prolonged standing with periodic lifting, walking, standing, bending, stooping and stretching
• Requires ability to push, lift, pull and/or carry 75 lbs. or more

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Wages based on experience
• Benefits, including insurance package?, 401k, etc.
• Company paid manufacturer training
• Upgrades to shop and field equipment
• Career paths that encourage your growth in the industry
• Company paid PPE