Field Service Mechanic (Baton Rouge, LA-Remote)

ZipRecruiter; Baton Rouge (LA); Remote; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in equipment rental is seeking a dedicated Field Service Mechanic to join their team. This role involves repairing and maintaining a variety of crane and forklift equipment, ensuring top-notch service and safety standards. With a commitment to quality and innovation, the company offers a supportive work environment and competitive benefits, including a company-provided truck and flexible spending accounts. If you have a strong mechanical background and a passion for excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company-provided truck with fuel card

Company-provided tablet

Competitive pay

Matching 401(k) plan

Vacation, holidays, and sick days

Health savings account

Reimbursement for BYOD policy

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in mechanical repair of crane equipment.
• Ability to work independently and maintain safe work habits.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain rough terrain and mobile crane equipment.
• Communicate effectively with customers and team members.

Skills

Mechanical Diagnosis

Electrical Systems

Hydraulics

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational Training

Tools

Hand Tools

Tablet

Job description

Introduction:

At Bigge, we have an incredibly rich history. Since 1916, we have been building America's landmarks, and we are proud to be one of the highest-performing equipment companies in the world. We operate over 1,800 cranes in our nationwide crane rental fleet. Our mission is clear: we buy, rent, maintain, and sell cranes throughout the United States, and we continue to grow.

Why Work for Bigge? Because we are the BEST in the industry! We have the best people and equipment, an incredible culture, great benefits, and competitive pay.

Leveraging our leadership position in the industry and innovative technology platform, we are forging new ground in safety, rental fleet growth, and employee enrichment. We want you to be part of that journey.

Summary/Objective:

The Field Service Mechanic is responsible for repairing and maintaining rough terrain, crawler, mobile crane equipment, and various types of forklifts. The primary focus is on the service and repair of this equipment.

Must be willing to travel for extended periods.

Responsibilities:

1. Repair and maintain rough terrain, crawler, and mobile crane equipment, as well as various types of forklifts.
2. Have a strong background in electrical systems, drive trains, engines, hydraulics, and computer-controlled systems.
3. Possess at least 3-5 years of experience in mechanical diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining mobile crane equipment.
4. Be on-call during nights and weekends for crane repairs at customer sites.
5. Be able to travel on short notice and stay overnight, sometimes for several days.
6. Communicate effectively and professionally with customers, supervisors, and team members.
7. Knowledge and experience in assembling and disassembling various crawler cranes are a plus but not required.
8. Ability to read hydraulic and electrical schematics.
9. Capable of lifting up to 40 lbs.

Educational Requirements/Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 3 years of experience repairing and maintaining rough terrain, crawler, and mobile crane construction equipment; vocational training may substitute experience.
2. Perform annual certifications and inspections.
3. Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
4. Computer literate and able to process information.
5. Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
6. Knowledgeable in troubleshooting various equipment lines, including Manitowoc, Grove, Terex, Tadano, Broderson, Kobelco, and Liebherr cranes.
7. Maintain safe work habits.
8. Own and maintain a set of hand tools and keep the tool inventory updated.
9. Possess a clean driving record and be able to operate a company service truck, keeping it clean and maintained.
10. High school diploma required; higher education, including vocational training, is a plus.

Benefits:

1. Company-provided truck with fuel card.
2. Company-provided tablet.
3. Competitive pay and a matching 401(k) plan.
4. Vacation, holidays, and sick days.
5. Flexible spending accounts/Health savings account.
6. Reimbursement for the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy.

Bigge is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.