Field Technician

Brandeis Machinery Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandeis Machinery Inc. Fort Wayne location seeks a Field Technician to repair a wide range of equipment, from complete overhauls to minor fixes. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, disassemble, repair, reassemble, and test machines, ensuring leaks are eliminated and units are ready for operation.

Daily travel to sites is required, with strict safety and cleanliness standards observed. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus a technical background or military training, and at

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent; a 2 year technical degree or comparable military training is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in the heavy equipment industry or a related field.
• Must have a valid driver's license and good communication and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment problem/diagnose failure.
• Perform diagnostic checks: pressures, voltage, noise or vibration sources.
• Disassemble machine, order parts, repair, reassemble and test for leaks and readiness.
• Clean parts and prep for assembly; ensure quality workmanship.
• Responsible for a company vehicle and will travel daily.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of the work environment.
• Travel to jobsites and vendor training sessions as needed; overtime as required.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Excellent communication skills

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 year technical degree or military training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Diagnostic software

Job description

Field Technician# Field TechnicianFort Wayne Branch - Fort Wayne, IN 46818## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayEducation LevelHigh SchoolTravel PercentageNegligible## Description**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**Job 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