Shop Technician

Modern Machinery has immediate opportunities for full-time, journey-level, highly motivated, self-directed Heavy Equipment Shop Service Technicians. Candidates must be well established in the heavy equipment repair and maintenance industry with at least two to three years of experience repairing and maintaining heavy equipment. The hourly pay range for this position is: $30.00 - $54.00. This is a non-exempt position and is eligible for overtime pay.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate Modern Machinery’s core values and promote the mission and vision of the company; Follow all company policies, processes, procedures and exercise safe work practices; Troubleshoot and repair all systems (electrical, hydraulic, A/C, power train, etc.) on Komatsu and other Modern Machinery affiliated product lines; Operate equipment as needed to assist in locating and diagnosing the failure; Utilize hand and power tools and electronic diagnostic equipment; Read and interpret complex hydraulic and electrical schematics; Perform diagnostic testing and tuning of equipment; Follow all safety rules and policies while performing all work assignments; Assess parts to determine the cause of failure and/or their reusability; Communicate with parts department personnel to order the necessary parts required to complete repairs; Handle customer inquiries promptly and in a professional manner; Complete and submit assigned work order reports, time entry and all other paperwork daily; Compile additional documentation when appropriate; Assist other technicians on large repairs or projects; Attend and participate in appropriate trainings; Work in the shop and from time to time in the field, which may require overnight stays in motels and management of an expense account; Perform other duties as requested by the Service Manager or Foreman

Requirements

Must demonstrate troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills; Must be able to stand for long periods of time along with walking, climbing ladders and stairs, reaching, pulling, leaning, and twisting; Accurately complete DOT E-Logs and maintain compliance with DOT hours of service; Must be able to work well independently or with others in a team environment; Must be reliable, honest, and have a strong work ethic; Must have strong organizational and time management skills; Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with customers and co-workers; Must be able to lift 75 lbs; Must own required tools; Ability to work overtime with minimal notice; Must be able to travel away from home; Strong computer skills; High School diploma required; Minimum of two to three years of verifiable experience repairing heavy equipment; Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, and Excel); Subject to pre-employment testing including cannabis (safety sensitive position)

Nice to have

Associates or bachelor’s degree in diesel technology or related field preferred and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience; Prior dealership experience is beneficial; Experience with Komatsu as the primary equipment line is preferred

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Insurance; Health Savings Account; 401k/Roth Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match; Participation in Annual Profit-Sharing Plan; Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Bereavement & Parental Leave); Gym Membership Reimbursement Program; Family Scholarship Program; Employee Assistance Program; Virtual Mental Health & Tele Medicine Benefit; Company Paid Life Insurance & Disability Benefits; Additional Supplemental Insurance (Term Life, Accident & Critical Illness and Voluntary Vision)