Field Service Technician

Blanchard Machinery; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, dental, vision, 401K

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Uniforms

Job summary

Blanchard Machinery is seeking a dedicated Field Service Technician in Florence, South Carolina. The successful candidate will maintain and repair a variety of diesel-powered equipment, ensuring high-quality service delivery to our clients.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Competitive pay and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth, are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of heavy equipment experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Familiarization with electronic cables, connections, and sensors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and hydraulic equipment.
• Perform inspections and tests for proper operation.
• Ensure total customer service through direct customer interaction.

Skills

Troubleshooting techniques

Heavy equipment experience

Interpersonal communication

Diagnostic equipment usage

Organizational skills

Problem solving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Lifting devices

Job description

The Field Service Technician assumes a high level of responsibility early. Successful Field Service Technicians are fast learners, self‑motivated and independent workers. They have the ability to work under pressure and the willingness to work in varying conditions. Field Service Technicians receive intensive training in troubleshooting, technical procedures, and safety.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay.
• Benefits Medical, dental, vision, 401K, profit sharing, generous PTO and paid holidays, uniforms, and much more.
• Exposure to world‑class CAT training and development.
• A friendly and supportive work environment.
• Continuous exposure to learning and new technologies.
• Opportunities for advancement.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all types of mechanical and hydraulic- and diesel‑powered equipment, including diesel engines, transmissions, drive train components, winches, high pressure pumps, centrifugal pumps, air compressors, microprocessor controls, electro‑mechanical equipment, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, gearboxes, PTO’s, 12/24v electrical systems, equipment cabs and controls, chassis and suspension, A/C systems etc.
• Perform inspections and test equipment for proper operation.
• Install and/or repair new or reconditioned parts.
• Complete paperwork, including parts requisitions/returns, time‑cards, and service reports.
• Utilize diagnostic equipment and systems to assist in repairs.
• Maintain service truck and all equipment on the service truck.
• Ensure total customer service through direct customer interactions.
• Represent Blanchard Machinery by consistently exhibiting a professional manner, arriving on time and communicating with the customer throughout the repair process.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of heavy equipment experience required.
• Previous experience on CAT equipment is a plus.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of troubleshooting techniques and proper repair procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics, operating and maintenance service manuals.
• Possess advanced working knowledge of equipment operation and associated operating systems.
• Ability to operate lifting devices.
• Ability to use diagnostic equipment.
• Familiarization of electronic cables, connections, and sensors.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills are required.
• A demonstrated commitment to accuracy, organization and ability to prioritize tasks is required.
• Possess strong problem solving skills, have the ability to set and keep priorities and be able to handle stress associated with a fast paced environment and deadlines.

Working Conditions

• The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside (non‑climate controlled) and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
• Required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to injury and/or hazardous materials.
• Job requires standing, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, lifting.
• Physical use of a broad variety of tools and machines in order to maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Must be able to lift varied weight.

  Working Conditions

  • The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside (non‑climate controlled) and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
  • Required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to injury and/or hazardous materials.
  • Job requires standing, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, lifting.
  • Physical use of a broad variety of tools and machines in order to maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment.
  • Must be able to lift varied weight.
  • Seeing, reading, and writing to complete job responsibilities.
  • Use of computer and other forms of technology to complete job responsibilities.