Heavy Equipment Field Technician

ALTG; Bedford, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTG is seeking a full-time Heavy Equipment Field Technician based in Oakwood Village, OH. This union role will report to the Oakwood Village branch and participate in Operating Engineers Local 18.

The position involves inspections, accessory installations, and general repairs while upholding Alta’s Guiding Principles and ensuring reliable attendance. Candidates should have strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work after hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Four years of heavy equipment or OTR repair experience required.
• Minimum of two years of power systems repair experience required.
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work after hours as needed.
• Possess own tools.
• Solid understanding of engine, power train, hydraulics and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Complete inspections.
• Implement optional accessories.
• Perform general repairs.
• Incorporate Alta's Guiding Principles into daily activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain consistent attendance and be ready for work at start time.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Power systems repair

Engine knowledge

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Driver's license

Tools

Volvo VCADS

MS Outlook

Job description

Our construction equipment group is seeking a full-time Heavy Equipment Field Technician to report to the Oakwood Village, OH branch. This is a union positionand will be part of Operating Engineers Local 18.

Responsibilities of the position consist of, but are not limited to:

• Complete inspections
• Implementation of optional accessories
• General repairs
• Incorporate Alta's Guiding Principles into daily activities
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Consistent, regular, and reliable attendance including being ready for work at the designated start time

Qualifications:

• Four years of previous heavy equipment or over the road (OTR) repair experience is required
• Minimum of 2 years of previous power systems repair experience is required
• Volvo Penta engine experience is highly preferred
• Previous mechanic repair experience (forklift, heavy equipment, diesel, automotive) including experience in the Military, Guard or Reserve with an MOS or NEC code of 63B, 63H, 63S, 63W, 63Y, 91B, 91H, 91L, 91M or CM
• Strong working knowledge of power train and generation systems
• Excellent mechanical aptitude
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good time management skills
• Ability to work after hours as needed
• Must have clean driving record and valid driver’s license to drive company vehicle
• Excellent mechanical aptitude with a solid understanding of the following systems: engine, power train, hydraulics and electrical
• Possess own tools
• A positive attitude and high energy
• Computer programs - Microsoft Outlook, Volvo VCADS
• Language Skills - Intermediate: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Mathematical Skills - Basic: Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Reasoning Ability - Intermediate: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Physical/Sensory Functions: Regularly will stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands; Frequently will talk/hear, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; Occasionally will sit.
• Lift and/or Move Functions: Regularly will lift up to 25 pounds; Frequently will lift 26 to 50 pounds; Occasionally will lift from 51 to 100 plus pounds.
• Work Environment: Regularly will work near moving mechanical parts; Frequently will be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions; Occasionally will work in wet or humid conditions (non-weather), risk of electrical shock, vibration.