Apprentice Technician - Preventive Maintenance

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Blytheville (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the maintenance sector is seeking a Technician to perform routine maintenance and inspections on construction and mining equipment. The role involves interacting with customers, operating heavy machinery, and maintaining safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in the heavy equipment industry. If you are a self-starter with excellent communication skills, this is an opportunity to join a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in heavy equipment industry.
• Must have a valid driver's license, some locations require Class B CDL.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine scheduled machine maintenance.
• Complete maintenance records and perform basic diagnostics.
• Operate various makes and models of heavy equipment.

Skills

Communication

Mathematical Skills

Self-Starter

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

2 Year Technical Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Blytheville, AR - Blytheville, AR

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Job Shift: Day

Description

Job Summary:The Technician is the primary frontline representative of the Maintenance PRO division. The technician will perform routine scheduled machine maintenance, as well as fluids sampling, to a wide variety of construction and mining equipment within a specified geographic territory. The Technician is a key resource in identifying and communicating additional machine needs or repairs to the customer and respective BRAMCO branch.

Job Responsibilities:

Daily and operational activities in the service department to include, but are not limited to the following:

• Participate in and successfully complete the PM Apprenticeship program comprised of classroom, online and on the job training (OJT) for a total of 6-8 months.
• Interact with company and customer personnel
• Operate various makes and models of heavy equipment
• Perform inspection of machines for abnormalities or defects
• Perform preventative maintenance services in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and schedules.
• Perform fluids sampling
• Complete maintenance records
• Information entry / retrieval in computer based systems
• Perform basic machine systems diagnostics and limited minor repairs
• Operate the company vehicle on public highways and customer jobsites
• PM services prospecting and marketing
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of work environment
• Opening / modifying own jobs
• Overtime night and weekend work as required
• Overnight travel as required
• Travel to jobsites and vendor training sessionsas needed

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent, a 2 year technical degree or comparable military training is preferred
• Must have a minimum of one year experience in the heavy equipment industry or a related field
• Must have a valid driver's license, some locations will require Class B CDL
• Excellent written and oral communication and basic mathematical skills.
• Proficient with a computer, including the basic use of Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and diagnostic use using manufacturer provided programs.
• Must have a good working knowledge of equipment operations and mechanical functions, electrical and hydraulic systems and how they are integrated
• Ability to stoop, kneel, push, pull, twist and carry and lift up to 70lbs.
• Ability to climb and perform work on heights of 15 feet
• Able to work in all types of weather conditions
• Capable of working with limited supervision / self-starter
• Maintain excellent customer service
• Must be able to pass a background, physical, and drug screen