Field Service Mechanic DOT

SUDDEN SERVICE INC; Saraland (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Dental

Vision

Vacation

10 Holidays

401K

Life Insurance

Job summary

Taylor Sudden Service provides exclusive worldwide distribution of genuine Taylor OEM parts and forklift service, with nationwide dealer support and factory-trained technicians. This role supports service after sales by ensuring timely repairs, operator training, and proper reporting to maintain customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Responsibilities include planning field work, diagnosing malfunctions, performing repairs on-site or at facilities, and maintaining accurate service records

Qualifications

• Some vocational or formal schooling in hydraulics and diesel engine repair.
• Three years on-the-job experience in diesel mechanics and hydraulics.
• Welding test AWSD14 may be required; opportunity for promotions with demonstrated skill.

Responsibilities

• Consult with Service Supervisor to plan effective work and travel schedule.
• Diagnose malfunctions; repair and replace worn/defective parts.
• Provide tools and parts and arrange facilities for repair work (usually on customer premises).
• Inspect, operate, and test machines on delivery and at inspection intervals.
• Report customer, machine details, and time/billing information to ensure proper invoicing.
• Strive to improve technical skills through company training and meetings.
• Promote the company image by maintaining a neat appearance and service vehicle.
• Train new service personnel or supervise a team on large units or complex repairs.
• Complete work orders and related paperwork in a timely manner.

Skills

Excellent communication

Basic computer skills

Valid driver’s license

DOT certification

Lift up to 50 pounds

Job description

Taylor Sudden Service provides exclusive worldwide distribution of genuine Taylor OEM parts and forklift service for equipment designed, manufactured, and marketed by Taylor Machine Works, Inc. Backed by a network of parts and service centers, nationwide dealer support organizations, and factory-trained service technicians, SSI is committed to providing the best parts and service support in the industry. We offer training schools for our service technicians on a regular basis, ensuring the best possible service to Taylor Machine Works’ customers. Sudden Service, INC (SSI) is a subsidiary of the Taylor Group of Companies, a third-generation family-owned business based in Louisville, MS since 1927.Job Summary:The accountability of this position is for the continuation of excellent customer relations between TMW and customers of new and used equipment by providing prompt and efficient service as authorized by the customer and as assigned by the Service Supervisor. This “Service after Sales” contact helps to enhance the company image and reputation in the field and directly affects repeat sales. The incumbent develops a personal relationship with the customer and establishes a source for service and parts, showing a positive and concerned interest in customer needs evidenced as follows: (a) upon delivery of a machine – assembling, if necessary, performing inspections, training operator in machine operation, its functions and capabilities, setting forth warranty and maintenance requirements; (b) making routine calls as time permits; (c) performing prompt and satisfactory repair or replacement service; (d) correct reporting of time, parts, travel, etc., to assure correct billing.Duties/Responsibilities:Consults with Service Supervisor to plan effective work and travel schedule, giving priority to customer need, considering location of machine and availability of parts.Diagnose malfunctions: repairs and/or replaces worn and defective parts; installs new assemblies, adjusts devices and controls - to correct malfunctions and to keep machines in operating condition.Provides tools and parts and arranges for facilities to perform repair work (usually on customer premises).Inspects, operates, and tests machines upon initial delivery, at specified inspection intervals and upon completion of any repair work to ensure proper functioning of equipment and its components.Reports to Service Supervisor such information as name of customer, description of machine, nature of malfunction, the time involved in working, driving, and waiting, mileage, etc., so that proper accounts can be charged, and proper billing can be made.Strives to increase technical skills through attendance at company-sponsored vocational schools, annual training meeting of departmental personnel and reading of technical literature.Promotes and enhances the company image by maintaining a neat, personal appearance and by keeping the service truck in a clean, polished, and orderly condition.Experienced or advanced servicemen are expected to serve as troubleshooters on recurring or unusual problems, conferring with Engineering, Manufacturing, and other service personnel to resolve.Experienced or advanced servicemen will be expected to train new servicemen or to supervise a team of servicemen in the assembling or servicing of large units or in a joint effort on large repair jobs.Must complete work orders and any job-related paperwork (i.e. JSA, inspection reports, cc receipts, etc) in a timely manner.All other duties as assigned.Required Skills/Abilities:Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Basic computer skills required.This job requires stooping, bending, climbing, and the capability of lifting up to 50 pounds.Incumbent must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record, since employee will be driving company owned vehicle and will be covered under corporate insurance which has strict coverage requirements.Must be DOT certifiable. (Must be 21 years of age to be DOT certified).Incumbents will be required on occasion to stay overnight at out-of-town locations.Education and Experience:Some vocational or formal schooling in hydraulics and diesel engine repair.Three years on the job experience in diesel mechanics and hydraulics. Schooling in these fields could substitute for some of the job experience.While it is not a requirement that the FSM pass the AWSD14 Welding Test, the incumbent is required to pass the tacker test. The FSM is encouraged to practice and improve welding skills to pass the AWSD14 Welding Test to be considered for future promotions.Benefits:Medical/PrescriptionDentalVisionVacation10 Holidays401KLife Insurance