Field Technician - Truck (Lift Truck)

Thompson Lift Truck; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Tractor in Georgia seeks a Field Technician to service and repair class 6-8 heavy duty trucks and diesel engines. The role blends independent field work with teamwork, plus extensive on-the-job training, classroom instruction, and e-learning to advance in the technician program.

You will perform minor repairs, order parts, handle engine/transmission/hydraulic/electrical components, perform preventive maintenance, use service information systems, and support senior technicians in the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of one year of mechanical repair experience or equivalent technical education.
• Intermediate engine, transmission, hydraulic, and electrical diagnostic and repair skills; basic computing skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform minor repairs using correct tools and procedures.
• Orders and returns parts for assigned jobs in a timely manner.
• Ability to perform basic component work on engine, hydraulic, transmission, and electrical systems: remove/install, disassemble/reassemble, minor adjustments.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance service according to factory guidelines.
• Demonstrates proper use of service information systems.
• Works as a helper in field service with an experienced Technician as required.
• Works independently in the field as required.

Skills

Diagnostics & repair

Basic computing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Field Technician is responsible for performing jobs involving servicing and repair of class 6-8 heavy duty truck and diesel engines of various types. The successful candidate will be expected to work both independently and on a team. Extensive on the job training, classroom instruction, and e-learning must be successfully completed to remain in the technician training program. The Field Technician will demonstrate initiative, commitment to teamwork, enthusiasm for customer service, and dedication to finding solutions in an efficient manner. The Technician will advance in classification as attitude, skill level, and job performance allows.

• Plans and performs minor repairs using correct tools and procedures
• Orders and return parts for assigned jobs in timely manner
• Ability to perform the following tasks on basic components in work area including engine, hydraulic, transmission, and electrical components: remove and install; disassemble and reassemble; perform minor adjustments
• Ability to perform Preventive Maintenance service according to factory guidelines
• Demonstrates proper use of service information systems
• Works as helper in field service with experienced Technician as required
• Works independently in the field as required

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

A minimum of one (1) year work experience involving mechanical repairs or a combination of relevant experience and equivalent technical education is required. Experience using personal computers, and basic typing skills are required. Candidates must possess the ability to quickly acquire the following required Skills and Competencies

Skills and Competencies

• Intermediate engine, transmission, hydraulic, and electrical diagnostic and repair skills
• Basic computing skills

Job Training

• Area specific technical training
• OSHA & MSHA required training
• Vendor technical sites (Infocast, Liftnet, SIMSi, etc.)
• Compliance Training

Safety Summary

Working Conditions

Work is normally performed in a Service Department shop or on location of customer job sites. Exposure to physical risk and all weather conditions is associated with this position. Standing on hard surfaces for extended periods of time is often required.

Physical Requirements

• Speaking
• Writing
• Typing
• Reaching
• Kneeling
• Grasping
• Stooping
• Lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Climbing on equipment
• Crawling under equipment
• Chemicals
• Construction
• Cranes and hoisting
• Eye
• Slips and falls
• Moving machinery
• Stationary machinery
• Respiratory
• Laceration
• Strains and sprains
• Caught in or caught by line of fire
• Burns
• Cold Stress
• Electrical

Thompson Tractor is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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