Diesel Technician/Mechanic

White Star Machinery & Supply Co; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic to join their team in Topeka. This role involves providing top-notch repair services on construction equipment, ensuring customer satisfaction through timely and effective solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, along with a commitment to teamwork and customer service. This company values employee development and offers numerous benefits, including health insurance, a 401K plan, and opportunities for advancement. If you're passionate about machinery and ready to make an impact, this position is for you!

Benefits

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Boot and Safety Glasses Reimbursement

Christmas Savings Program

Paid Vacation and Flex Time

Matching 401K Plan

Profit Sharing and Bonus Program

Short and Long-term Disability

Company Paid Life Insurance

Critical Care and Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Training

Opportunities for Advancement

Family Friendly Company

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1-year fleet or dealership experience in a diesel shop is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality repair services on construction equipment.
• Perform diagnostics, service repairs, and maintenance.
• Document all repairs and testing for customer and warranty.

Skills

Diesel Mechanic

Diagnostics

Customer Service

Mechanical Systems

Hydraulic Systems

Electrical Systems

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Technical School Graduate

Tools

Hand Tools

Job description

White Star Machinery is an authorized dealer of new and used Bobcat compact construction equipment including skid steers, track loaders, compact excavators, telehandlers, utility vehicles and more. We provide service both in the field and in our facility.

White Star Machinery – Topeka, KS is looking to add a Diesel Mechanic. This role will be responsible for providing quality repair services on Bobcat equipment in order to meet customer needs in a responsive, friendly, educated, and timely manner. This includes performing basic diagnostics, service repairs, and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned construction equipment. The technician will also be responsible for identifying problems with mechanical, hydraulic, diesel, and electrical systems and executing effective solutions.

Responsibilities

1. Provide quality repair services on construction equipment in order to meet customer needs in a responsive, friendly, educated, and timely manner.
2. Perform basic diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned construction equipment.
3. Identify problems with mechanical, hydraulic, diesel & electrical systems and execute solutions.
4. Participate in Service Training programs for the development of skills and knowledge.
5. Document all repairs and testing for customer and warranty repairs.
6. Any other duties as outlined by the Service Supervisor and/or management of the company.

Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent is required.
2. 2 year technical school graduate preferred.
3. 1-year fleet or dealership experience in a diesel shop is required; 3-5 years preferred.
4. Must be a team player with a strong sense of commitment to the customer and service team.
5. Must have an inventory of hand tools to facilitate the assigned repairs.
6. Heavy equipment and/or agricultural experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements

1. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate construction equipment.
2. Occasionally lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 50-100 pounds and/or frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 20-50 pounds and/or continuous lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 10-20 pounds.
3. Regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, grasp or pull and lift objects. Occasionally required to sit, climb, and balance, kneel, stoop, crouch, and crawl.
4. Consistently exposed to outside weather conditions, fumes, and loud noise.

Benefits

1. Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
2. Boot and Safety Glasses Reimbursement
3. Christmas Savings Program
4. Paid Vacation and Flex Time
5. Matching 401K Plan
6. Profit Sharing and Bonus Program
7. Short and Long-term Disability
8. Company Paid Life Insurance
9. Critical Care and Accident Insurance
10. Employee Assistance Program
11. Paid Training
12. Many opportunities for advancement (We prefer to promote from within)
13. Family friendly company

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.