Field Repair Tech

Gilchrist Construction Co.; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilchrist Construction Co. is seeking an entry-level Repair Technician to safely troubleshoot and repair construction and transportation equipment in the Kenner, LA area. This role supports field operations and requires adherence to safety standards.

You will learn to operate and test equipment, use parts manuals, maintain tools, and complete required paperwork while following detailed instructions. A valid driver’s license is needed if assigned to a company vehicle.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing, addition and subtraction skills.
• Entry level; some exposure to an equipment repair environment preferred.
• Displays basic knowledge of equipment and ability to operate and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair construction/transportation equipment.
• Operate and test equipment to evaluate condition.
• Review, complete and submit required paperwork.
• Maintain tools and company vehicles in good condition.
• Follow safety procedures and use proper safety equipment.
• Adhere to detailed instructions and learn through practice.

Skills

Basic equipment knowledge

Electrical & hydraulics understanding

Safety awareness

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Test equipment

Job description

Safely works as part of a crew/team to troubleshoot and repair construction and transportation equipment

• Displays a basic knowledge of equipment and is able to safely operate and test equipment to evaluate condition and ensure that it is in proper operating condition.Displays a basic knowledge of engine, drive train, electrical, and hydraulic systems for construction and transportation equipment
• Utilizes basic parts and installation manuals to identify and assemble components in an efficient manner
• Timely and consistently reviews, completes, and submits all required paperwork
• The Repair Technician identifies and utilizes the proper tools and safety equipment for each assignment and has the hand tools necessary to complete routine assignments
• Maintains, in excellent condition, all GCC tools and equipment assigned to them or to their area
• Maintains work area and company vehicles in a safe and orderly condition
• If assigned to company vehicle (Field Repair Technician) must maintains a valid driver's license and be approved on the company driving list.The Repair Technician will be both a student and a teacher
• Strives to develop professional development, and the development of others, through continual learning
• Safely works on assignments that are routine in nature where limited judgment is required
• Normally receives detailed instructions on all work.

Physical Requirements:

Stand or walk for long periods; use arms and hands to reach for, handle and manipulate objects; lift and carry materials weighing 25 to 100 lbs.; climb up and down, carrying tools and equipment; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl, and see (naturally or with correction). Ability to work in extreme weather conditions (heat and cold).See attached Physical Requirements Inventory.

Education Guidelines:

HS Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Experience Guidelines:

Entry level; some exposure to an equipment repair environment preferred.

Knowledge Guidelines:

Basic reading, writing, addition and subtraction skills.