Field Technician

AB Volvo; Lakeside (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Job summary

Volvo Group is seeking a Field Technician to perform high-quality service and maintenance on a full line of construction equipment. You will operate hand, pneumatic and electric tools safely, diagnose issues, and repair components in the field or shop as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, plus 5+ years in construction equipment repairs. Hydraulics and diesel engines background is preferred, with a strong emphasis on safety and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Technical school certificate or equivalent experience in mechanical repairs.
• Background with hydraulics and diesel engines preferred.
• Prior experience in the construction industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safe and proper use of hand, pneumatic and electric tools.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair the full line of Volvo Group products and components.
• Protective equipment (PPE) must be used as required.
• Work primarily in the field, with occasional shop assistance.

Skills

Safe tool use

Troubleshooting

Communication

PPE usage

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical school certificate

Hydraulics and diesel engines experience

Construction equipment background preferred

Job description

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Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

• The responsibility of the field technician is to perform high quality service and maintenance to the full line of equipment, attachments, and components represented or supported by VCES.
• This position will champion a “Safety First”, “Customer Focused” and a “Continuous improvement” culture.
• Enforce and adhere to all company policies, procedures, standards, and values.
• Maintain excellent customer and employee relations.
• Work safely at all times. Adhere to all VCES safety guidelines, policies, and practices.

Main Tasks/Responsibilities

• The technician must be able to demonstrate safe and proper application of hand, pneumatic and electric tools.
• Perform tasks from verbal/written instructions and communicate effectively with supervisor and co-workers.
• The technician must be capable of diagnosing, troubleshooting, and providing quality repairs on the full line of products and components represented by VCES.
• Will demonstrate proper application and use of all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Work is primarily to be performed in the field environment, but technician may occasionally be needed to assist with repairs in the shop.
• Has working knowledge of all equipment systems, including but not limited to hydraulic, air, electrical and lubrication.
• Ability to work on and around heavy construction equipment, which requires climbing and accessing hard to reach areas.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must possess a set of tools sufficient to perform the job as required and must maintain and secure them properly.
• Maintains consistent follow through on all job facets, including parts ordering and retrieval, customer follow-up, work order status, etc.
• Possesses a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Maintains a high level of professionalism in customer interactions and correspondence.
• Willingly accepts responsibility and is flexible to any assignment.
• Willingly works overtime when needed to complete an assigned task.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education/Professional Qualifications required for the position

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working on construction related equipment.
• Technical school certificate or equivalent experience in mechanical repairs.
• Prior experience in the construction industry preferred.
• Background with hydraulics and diesel engines preferred.

Additional Important Requirements

• Requires prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing and frequent stooping, bending, crouching and overhead reaching; with occasional climbing of stairs and steps or step-ladder.
• Requires occasional lifting, pulling, carrying, or pushing objects or materials, over 50lbs; and may frequently lifting, pulling, carrying, or pushing objects or materials, up to 30lbs.
• May occasionally work around loud, noisy, and dusty equipment and environment.
• Manual dexterity required for operating machinery and computers.

At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $34.00 - $44.00/ hour, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:

Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Generous paid time off.

Competitive matching retirement savings plans.

Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.

Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.

Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

Part of Volvo Group, Volvo Construction Equipment is a global company driven by our purpose to build the world we want to live in. Together we develop and deliver solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and more connected world. By unleashing everyone’s full potential, we build a more sustainable future for all our stakeholders. Come join our team and help us build a better tomorrow.

Job Category: Sales & Services

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead,we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.