Heavy Equipment Service Technician

Palmer Johnson; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $1,500

Job summary

Palmer Johnson in Santa Fe Springs, CA is seeking an experienced Service Technician to join our on-site service team. If you are mechanically minded and enjoy diagnosing, repairing, and rebuilding equipment, we want to meet you.

You will diagnose equipment failures, perform field service and on-site repairs, and work with customers to ensure safe, reliable operation. A valid driver's license and strong repair skills are essential, with growth opportunities as you gain expertise.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on repair skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems.
• Ability to read technical manuals, drawings and schematics.
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work around/on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Repair, rebuild and recondition industrial/heavy equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical/DC systems.
• Read and interpret manuals, drawings and schematics.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair and test equipment.
• Perform field service and on-site repairs as needed.
• Identify parts needed to complete repairs.
• Communicate with customers, vendors and our Sales team.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment.
• Help train other technicians as your experience grows.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Hands-on repair

Reading schematics

Attention to detail

Customer communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Palmer Johnson is looking for an experienced Service Technician to join our Santa Fe Springs Service team. If you're a mechanically minded problem-solver who enjoys diagnosing, repairing, and rebuilding equipment, we'd like to meet you. You will also receive a $1,500 sign-on bonus!

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment failures
• Repair, rebuild and recondition industrial/heavy equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical/DC systems
• Read and interpret manuals, drawings and schematics
• Disassemble, inspect, repair and test equipment
• Perform field service and on-site repairs as needed
• Identify parts needed to complete repairs
• Communicate with customers, vendors and our Sales team
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment
• Help train other technicians as your experience grows

What We’re Looking For

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on repair skills
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems
• Ability to read technical manuals, drawings and schematics
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work around/on equipment

Preferred

• 2+ years repairing heavy, industrial or off-road equipment
• Diesel mechanic experience
• Hydraulic and/or electrical troubleshooting experience
• Vocational, technical or military mechanic training