Equipment Technician

JE Dunn Construction; Elgin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction is seeking an Equipment Technician to support the Blue Hat rental fleet with routine and non-routine maintenance, repairs, and mobilization of equipment per manufacturer specifications. This role emphasizes autonomy and precise documentation of service activities on-site.

You will troubleshoot with Field Operations over the phone or on site, communicate effectively with partners, and ensure accurate parts ordering and storage. A path for Senior Equipment Technician exists.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Apprentice program or Vocational/Technical degree with equipment repair emphasis preferred.
• Equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Subject matter expert for one or more equipment lines of the Blue Hat rental fleet.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs on breakdowns for equipment per manufacturers’ specifications.
• Leads on-site assembly/disassembly activities on selected specialty equipment lines.
• Instructs customers on proper operation and maintenance of equipment as required.
• Troubleshoots equipment breakdowns on site or over the phone with Field Operations using effective communication skills.
• Documents accurately completed maintenance, repairs and inspections on equipment per company processes.
• Communicates in a timely manner with internal and external business partners by answering phone calls and responding to emails for maintenance related questions.
• Orders parts for equipment repair utilizing the internal process. Determines correct parts using the manufacturers’ requirements and specifications.
• Receives, organizes, stores, and distributes equipment, parts, and supplies as needed.
• Coordinates and organizes efficient storage of Blue Hat fleet.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Timely follow-up

Customer service

Team collaboration

Maintenance operations

2+ years equipment experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED or equivalent

Apprentice program or Vocational/Technical degree with equipment repair emphasis

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn’s success.

By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company’s rewards, we’ve found a sustainable way to grow in our industry for the last 100+ years.

Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places everyday, and we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building perfection.

Role Summary

The Equipment Technician will provide routine and non-routine support to the day-to-day Blue Hat Crane and Equipment operations. This position will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and mobilizing equipment as per manufacturers’ specifications. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

• Autonomy & Decision-Making: Follows directions and refers all exceptions to supervisor.
• Career Path: Senior Equipment Technician

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

• Subject matter expert for one or more equipment lines of the Blue Hat rental fleet.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs on breakdowns for equipment per manufacturers’ specifications.
• Leads on-site assembly/disassembly activities on selected specialty equipment lines.
• Instructs customers on proper operation and maintenance of equipment as required.
• Troubleshoots equipment breakdowns on site or over the phone with Field Operations using effective communication skills.
• Documents accurately (on paper or digitally) completed maintenance, repairs and inspections on equipment per company processes.
• Communicates in a timely manner with internal and external business partners by answering phone calls and responding to emails for maintenance related questions.
• Orders parts for equipment repair utilizing the internal process. Determines correct parts using the manufacturers’ requirements and specifications.
• Receives, organizes, stores, and distributes equipment, parts, and supplies as needed.
• Coordinates and organizes efficient storage of Blue Hat fleet.

Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core

N/A

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
• Communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to follow-up on inquiries in a timely manner
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Ability to learn the internal maintenance and tracking system for accurate documentation
• Ability to identify common construction materials and equipment
• Ability to provide excellent customer service through positive interaction with customers
• Thorough knowledge of maintenance operations
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, both internally and externally

Education

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent (Required)
• Apprentice program or Vocational/Technical degree with equipment repair emphasis (Preferred)
• In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Experience

• 2+ years equipment operation, maintenance, or repair experience (Preferred)

Working Environment

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• May require periods of overnight travel
• May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)
• Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Climbing, Bending, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling
• Occasional activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen

Benefits Information

The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to [e-mail]

JE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of JE Dunn Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.