Heavy Equipment Intern - Service Technician

Kirby Smith; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two-year ownership after graduation

Tuition reimbursement based on GPA

Shop pay: $17/hour

Job summary

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. is offering a Heavy Equipment Service Technician Intern position across Oklahoma and Texas. The role provides hands-on experience alongside veteran technicians, with a 12 to 24‑month duration and opportunities for certification and tuition support after graduation.

Pay starts at $17 per hour in the shop, with kit ownership pathways after two years of employment. The internship emphasizes learning diagnostics, safe work practices, and familiarity with the distributor

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or current enrollment in school.
• Interest in repairing heavy equipment or related mechanical fields.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and mechanical systems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Valid driver''s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist technicians with diagnostics in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Learn to interpret schematics, service manuals, and inspection reports.
• Learn to order parts, complete service documents, and perform repairs.
• Attend trainings, toolbox talks and team meetings.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and ensure consistent on-site attendance.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Hand tools knowledge

Mechanical systems

Education

High school diploma

Currently enrolled student

Tools

Service manuals

Job description

Who We Are

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. is a leading distributor of heavy equipment and cranes in the central United States. We are at the forefront of today's construction industry growth and have several exciting job opportunities for talented, energized professionals across the region who want to join our #WeAre1KirbySmith family!

Heavy Equipment Intern – Service Technician Intern Benefits

• Multiple School Options in Oklahoma and Texas
• Certificate and Associate Programs Available
• Took Kit Provided, Full Ownership After Two Years of Employment, After Graduation
• Multiple Branches Across Oklahoma and Texas
• Tuition Reimbursement Based on GPA After Graduation
• Pay - $17 Per Hour When Working in the Shop

Position Purpose

The Heavy Equipment Service Technician Intern at Kirby-Smith Machinery is responsible for working alongside experienced technicians to learn the skills needed to diagnose and repair heavy equipment. This position offers the intern the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience, technical training, and become familiar with the distributor environment. This internship will range from 12 to 24 months, depending on the partnering school.

Essential Functions

• Communicates and supports the Kirby Smith vision and core values of One Mission, One Team, One Plan, One Goal
• Practices and promotes safe work habits, following company policies and safety regulations
• Assists experienced technicians with diagnostics in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, repairs, and maintenance of heavy equipment
• Continuously learns to interpret technical documents, such as schematics, service manuals, and inspection reports
• Observes experienced technicians to learn how to properly order parts, complete service documents, and perform repair processes
• Completes assigned tasks accurately and efficiently while demonstrating a willingness to learn
• Maintains a clean and organized work area, including shop tools and equipment
• Attends training sessions, toolbox talks, and team meetings
• Consistent and reliable on‑site attendance
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or currently enrolled as a student
• Strong interest in repairing heavy equipment, machinery, or related mechanical fields
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and mechanical systems
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Valid driver's license preferred

Physical Requirements

• Pushes/Pulls/Lifts/Carries up to 100 pounds
• Physical ability to squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb, and reach overhead
• Ability to work in extreme heat or cold and wet, damp, dusty, or windy conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noises, hazardous materials, and fumes/odors
• Physical ability to perform maintenance on equipment for extended hours, with continual mounting and dismounting throughout the workday
• Adheres to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintains individual PPE in a functional condition

Safety‑Sensitive Position

This is considered a Safety‑Sensitive position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.