Field Service Heavy Equipment Technician

Star Heavy Equipment; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Star Heavy Equipment in Austin, TX is seeking a Technician to carry out service and repair on a range of earth-moving equipment. The role can be performed solo or in a team, with a strong emphasis on safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

You will undergo hands-on, classroom, and online training as part of our technician training initiative. Progression depends on attitude, skill growth, and overall performance in field service and maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• One year of mechanical repair experience or equivalent technical education.
• Ability to use a computer and perform basic typing tasks.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute minor repair tasks using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Procure and return parts for designated tasks in a timely manner.
• Perform tasks on engines, hydraulics, transmissions, and electrical systems including removal, installation, disassembly, reassembly, and minor modifications.
• Conduct Preventive Maintenance services as per official standards.
• Collaborate in field services with a seasoned technician when necessary.
• Undertake independent field assignments as needed.

Skills

Mechanical repairs

Teamwork

Preventive maintenance

Education

High School or equivalent

Job description

The Technician's role involves carrying out service and repair tasks on various equipment, with the ability to work solo or collaboratively in a team setting. This role requires proficiency in assessing and fixing earth-moving machinery. Comprehensive training encompassing hands-on experience, classroom learning, and online modules is a must for ongoing participation in our technician training initiative. The Technician should display proactive behavior, team spirit, a strong focus on customer satisfaction, and the ability to efficiently identify and resolve issues. Progression within the role is based on the individual's attitude, skill enhancement, and overall job performance.

• Complies diligently with all relevant safety protocols and guidelines
• Plans and executes minor repair tasks using appropriate tools and techniques
• Manages the timely procurement and return of parts for designated tasks
• Capable of performing tasks on fundamental work area components like engines, hydraulics, transmissions, and electrical systems, including removal, installation, disassembly, reassembly, and minor modifications
• Skilled in conducting Preventive Maintenance services as per official standards
• Demonstrates efficient utilization of service information systems
• Collaborates as an assistant in field services with a seasoned technician when necessary
• Undertakes independent field assignments as needed

Behaviors

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Education

• High School or Equivalent or better.

Experience

• A minimum of one (1) year work experience involving mechanical repairs or a combination of relevant experience and equivalent technical education is required. Experience using personal computers, and basic typing skills are required.

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver's License Personal

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