Heavy Equipment Technician / Mechanic

Description

The Ballast Tools Equipment (BTE) division of Good Earth Tools is looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to add to our team! If you have a passion for auto repair, diesel mechanics or heavy equipment maintenance and repair, this is a great opportunity for you! Our Heavy Equipment Technicians rebuild new machines per specifications as well as diagnosing equipment repair needs and perform designated repairs on company owned machines. This equipment will mainly include excavators and backhoes outfitted for railway maintenance and repair.

Why you’ll love working here:

Earn more – We offer competitive wages and the opportunity for annual merit increases as you progress in your career.  Additionally, hourly employees are eligible for quarterly performance bonuses!

Excellent Benefits – Our benefits package includes group health insurance, a company-funded profit-sharing retirement plan, paid holidays and vacation, and company paid uniforms just to name a few.

Be Part of a Team – Every position plays a key role in meeting customer needs, and we all work together as a team to get things done in our family-run organization!

Stay Active – You’ll be on the move during your shift in this fast-paced, exciting environment!  You can get your steps in and also participate in our company wellness program!

Responsibilities:

• Disassemble and assemble machine components to manufacturer’s specifications using hand and power tools.
• Perform required troubleshooting and repairs including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, and hydraulics on production machines. Also includes preventive maintenance and general machine upkeep
• Detection of faults using diagnostic laptop computers, gauges, and instruments in all machine systems: electronics, hydraulics, power train, engines and general machine performance is expected
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, work orders and drawings to perform required service and/or maintenance
• Perform necessary maintenance and repairs based on troubleshooting and diagnosis
• Occasional operation of heavy equipment machines for testing and to determine repair needs
• Occasional use of basic welding equipment.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in heavy equipment repair OR certification from a Technical or vocational education in Heavy Equipment, Diesel or Automotive Technology required
• Must have the ability to diagnose equipment utilizing laptop computers, gauges, and instruments in all machine systems; electronics, hydraulics, power train, and general machine performance
• A working knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems and electrical systems is strongly preferred
• Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools, including basic welding skills is required
• Must have the ability to work 40 hours a week and maintain a punctual, reliable attendance record

Physical Requirements:

• In addition to being able to sit, stand, walk, read, talk, write and hear, to perform the essential functions of this job an individual must be able to do the following additional activities: Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• The following may be expected to be encountered: long periods of standing, periodic exposure to seasonal heat and cold, working with oils and greases, noise, field work as needed, working outside, stooping, bending, squatting, or working in a prone position.
• Accommodations will be made if they are reasonable, do not create an undue hardship, and will enable an individual with a disability to safely perform the essential job functions.