Earthmoving Equipment Shop Technician

Thompson Tractor Company; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Tractor Company is seeking an Earthmoving Shop Technician to service and repair earthmoving equipment in a service department setting. The role involves evaluating and repairing machinery, completing on-the-job and classroom training, and advancing based on attitude, skill, and performance.

Responsibilities include following safety standards, performing repairs, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance, and ordering parts as needed. OSHA/MSHA training will be provided as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of work experience involving mechanical repairs or a combination of relevant experience and equivalent technical education.
• MVR required.
• Med Card and CDL preferred.
• Experience using personal computers and basic typing skills required.
• OSHA and MSHA required training.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to safety standards and procedures.
• Plans and performs minor repairs with correct tools and procedures.
• Performs tasks on engines, hydraulics, transmissions, and electrical components: remove, install, disassemble, reassemble, minor adjustments.
• Performs preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrates proper use of service information systems.
• Orders and returns parts for assigned jobs in a timely manner.
• Tests and adjusts components for optimal performance.
• Works independently in the shop as required.

Skills

Engine diagnostics

Transmission diagnostics

Hydraulic diagnostics

Electrical diagnostics

Repair skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Basic computer skills

Parts identification

Technical

Mechanical

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

OSHA training

MSHA training

Vendor technical sites (Infocast, Liftnet, SIMSi)

Job description

Thompson Tractor Company is seeking an Earthmoving Shop Technician to service and repair earthmoving equipment in a service department setting. The role involves evaluating and repairing machinery, completing on-the-job and classroom training, and advancing based on attitude, skill, and performance.

Responsibilities include following safety standards, performing repairs, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance, and ordering parts as needed. OSHA/MSHA training will be provided as required.