Field Service Diesel Technician / Mechanic

 

 

 

 

 

Job ID 

2023-5047  

 

of Openings 

1  

 

 Job Locations  

US-MI-Grand Rapids  

 

Category 

Service

Overview

 

 

 

 

Come work for one of the largest equipment dealers in North America! Are you a Technician/Mechanic with diesel, agricultural, or heavy equipment repair experience? If so, then we want you on our team!

Technicians are at the backbone of our organization; therefore, we provide them with the tools and resources to be successful:

Company truck (parked at home each day)

Company fuel card

Company paid cell phone

Manufacturer technical training programs

Tool insurance

Outstanding benefits package (Benefits will be administered through local 324)

Paid time off

Competitive wages

Company uniforms provided

Work schedule: M-F, first shift

 

 

 

 

Responsibilities

 

 

 

Our construction equipment group is seeking a full-time heavy equipment field service diesel technician / mechanic for the Charlotte, MI area based out of our Byron Center, Michigan branch. This is a union position and will be part of Operating Engineers Local 324.

A Field Technician 2 must be familiar with and able to diagnose and repair any systems problem that occurs for the majority (greater than 50%) of equipment the Company sells. A Field Technician 2 is qualified to successfully, efficiently, and accurately perform the cleaning, maintenance, visual inspection, removal, installation with the help of proper manuals, report writing and the disassembly, assembly, parts reuse evaluation, reconditioning, ordering the correct parts, measuring, adjusting, diagnosing, testing, troubleshooting and equipment failure analysis of their assigned Service department or specialized area, with minimal technical assistance. Also, a Field Technician 2 may be asked to perform minor welding, fabricating, and machining repairs. A Field Technician 2 must become Volvo Level 3 certified. A Field Technician 2 will be required to maintain a Chauffeurs or CDL B endorsement on their driver license and a clean driving record in accordance with the Company's insurance carrier's requirements. Must be able to meet or exceed quoted labor for repairs related to this level, with minimal rework.

The primary responsibilities of the position consist of, but are not limited to:

Complete inspections

Removal and installation of parts

Implementation of optional accessories

Maintenance

Basic diagnosis and troubleshooting

Testing

General repairs

Upkeep of the service truck

Responsible for the inventory of onboard parts

Incorporate Alta's Guiding Principles into daily activities

Performs other duties as assigned

 

Consistent, regular, and reliable attendance including being ready for work at the designated start time

We encourage our Technicians to participate in our in-house training program, allowing them to acquire additional skills in diagnosis and troubleshooting and further advance their career as a technician. Also, company uniforms are provided! 

 

 

 

 

Qualifications

 

 

 

Three years of previous heavy equipment or over the road (OTR) repair experience is required

Excellent mechanical aptitude with a solid understanding of the following systems: engine, power train, hydraulics and electrical