Diesel Heavy Equipment Technician — Flexible Schedule

Dobbs Equipment, LLC; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Dobbs Equipment is seeking an experienced Service Technician to repair, diagnose, overhaul, and recondition heavy equipment and components for customers and the company. Depending on location, the technician may handle some or all listed duties, including emergency calls or routine service.

Responsibilities include analyzing problems, performing inspections, maintaining records, and coordinating parts and scheduling.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, or 2 years related experience.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment maintenance and operation.
• Forklift certification (preferred).
• Ability to communicate effectively with teammates.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Flexible schedule (sometimes weekends or overtime).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments while maintaining a safe work environment and safe work habits.
• Recondition, repair, service, and assemble any machines/industrial equipment.
• Diagnose problems and determine what repairs are needed.
• Perform any inspections as required.
• Check and report any shortages and malfunctions to the Service Manager.
• Maintain records and account for all time, parts, and supplies used in repairing and servicing both customer and dealership equipment.
• Handle customer problems both objectively and tactfully.
• Assist in directing work of helpers or on the job trainees and provide instructions as required.
• Complete dis-assembly and inspection, as efficiently as possible, so parts may be ordered, and machine work can be scheduled promptly.
• Perform all service tasks as assigned by the Service Manager, Supervisor, or Shop Foreman.
• Prepare all reports and forms required in conjunction with job assignments.
• Report to Service Manager any additional work required to ensure proper operation and safety of equipment.
• Participate in service training programs required for development of skills and knowledge.
• Maintain a clean work area and perform work in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Bring to the attention of the Service Manager any shop tools, equipment or vehicle that is not in a serviceable condition or is unsafe to use.
• Represent the dealership as a professional Service Technician at all times.
• Operate trucks and equipment with extreme care and caution.
• Maintain and care for shop tools, equipment, vehicles, and other employee’s belongings.
• Reports to work on time, as scheduled.
• Ability to work up to 12-hour days, varying shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to operate company vehicles and follow all motor vehicle state safety laws (if necessary).
• All employees are expected to adhere to the safety policies of Dobbs Equipment and the clients for whom we work.
• Following the safety policies of Dobbs is a condition of employment and is everyone’s responsibility.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Industrial equipment maintenance

Basic repairs and maintenance

Operate heavy equipment safely

Education

Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or a minimum of 2 years related experience

Job description

Dobbs Equipment is seeking an experienced Service Technician to repair, diagnose, overhaul, and recondition heavy equipment and components for customers and the company. Depending on location, the technician may handle some or all listed duties, including emergency calls or routine service.

Responsibilities include analyzing problems, performing inspections, maintaining records, and coordinating parts and scheduling.