Field Technician

Bramco Group; Paducah (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bramco Group is looking for a technician at the Paducah Branch to perform a variety of repair tasks on heavy equipment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, diagnostics, and ensuring equipment readiness for the field.

The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of experience in the heavy equipment industry, a valid driver's license, and strong communication skills. A High School Diploma or technical degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the heavy equipment industry or a related field required.
• Valid driver's license is mandatory.
• Ability to lift up to 70lbs and work at heights of 20 feet.
• Able to work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic functions and troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble machinery.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of the work environment.
• Travel to jobsites and vendor training sessions as needed.

Skills

Equipment operation knowledge

Basic mathematical skills

Written and oral communication

Self-starter

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 year technical degree or military training

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Diagnostic software

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Paducah Branch - Paducah, KY 42001
• 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

1. Perform daily and operational activities in the service department to include the following, but not limited to:
2. Troubleshoot equipment problem/diagnose failure
3. Perform diagnostic functions, check pressures, check voltage, locate source of noise or vibration
4. 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
5. Clean parts, scrape gaskets, prep for assembly
6. Responsible for a company vehicle and will travel daily
7. Maintain safety and cleanliness of work environment
8. Travel to jobsites and vendor training sessions as needed
9. 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