Field Technician

Power Equipment Company; Colorado; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Equipment Company in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a skilled technician to repair a wide range of heavy equipment, from overhauls to minor work such as fluid changes and filter replacements. The role includes engine, transmission, and hydraulic component work, with occasional testing on specialized dyno equipment.

You will perform diagnostics, troubleshoot failures, and test repaired units to ensure leak-free operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a 2-year technical degree or military training preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the heavy equipment industry or related field.
• Valid driver's license.
• Excellent written and oral communication and basic math skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and diagnostic software from manufacturers.
• Good working knowledge of equipment operations and mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Physically able to stoop, kneel, push, pull, twist and lift up to 70 lbs.
• Able to climb and work at heights up to 20 feet.
• Able to work in all weather conditions and travel to jobsites.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment problems and diagnose failures.
• Perform diagnostic functions, check pressures, check voltage, locate source of noise or vibration.
• Disassemble machine, order parts, make repairs, reassemble and test to ensure leak-free operation.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of the work environment.
• Travel daily to jobsites and participate in vendor training sessions; overtime as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2-year technical degree or military training

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Manufacturer diagnostic software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Chattanooga Branch - Chattanooga, TN 37406, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Travel Percentage: Negligible, Job Shift: Day, Job Summary: The technician will perform repair work on a wide variety of equipment ranging from complete machine overhauls to minor repairs such as fixing leaks, changing fluids and filters. Other types of repairs may include rebuild components such as engines, transmissions, hydraulic cylinders and hydraulic pumps. Some locations have test equipment to dyno test engines, hydraulic pumps and transmissions. Installations may include undercarriage on track machines, attachments on plumbing excavators for hammers or scalers; quick coupler attachments on loaders, excavators and backhoes.

Job Responsibilities

Perform daily and operational activities in the service department to include the following, but not limited to:

• Troubleshoot equipment problem/diagnose failure
• Perform diagnostic functions, check pressures, check voltage, locate source of noise or vibration
• Disassemble machine, order parts, make repairs, assemble machine, check machine operation make sure repairs are complete and confirm problem is fixed unit has no leaks, and is work ready
• Clean parts, scrape gaskets, prep for assembly
• Responsible for a company vehicle and will travel daily
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of work environment
• Travel to jobsites and vendor training sessions as needed
• Overtime as needed

Qualifications

Must have High School Diploma or equivalent, a 2 year technical degree or comparable military training is preferred

Must have a minimum of 5 years experience in the heavy equipment industry or a related field

Must have a valid driver's license

Excellent written and oral communication and basic mathematical skills

Proficient with a computer, including the use of Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and diagnostic use using manufacturer provided programs.

Must have a good working knowledge of equipment operations and mechanical functions, electrical and hydraulic systems and how they are integrated

Ability to stoop, kneel, push, pull, twist and carry and lift up to 70lbs.

Ability to climb and perform work on heights of 20 feet

Able to work in all types of weather conditions

Capable of working with limited supervision / self-starter

Maintain excellent customer service

Must be able to pass a background, physical, and drug screen