Service Technician - Heavy Equipment

MacAllister Machinery Co., Inc.; Niles (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MacAllister Machinery Co., Inc. is seeking a Service Technician to perform and lead service and maintenance tasks on customer equipment. You will learn continuously while prioritizing safety and quality in a dynamic workshop and field environment.

The role requires 2–5 years of heavy construction repair experience, solid diagnostic skills, and the ability to prepare detailed service reports. Prior CAT ET or similar electronic diagnostics exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of Heavy Construction repair experience is required.
• Highly motivated and able to learn new tasks, processes, and policies.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose problems with equipment/engines using a variety of methods and tools.
• Perform preventive maintenance on customer products.
• Service/repair work on items diagnosed, ranging from mechanical to electrical work.
• Identify and source any parts required for repair or service.
• Complete detailed service reports for the Service Coordinator and Service Supervisor.
• Clean and paint equipment as necessary to complete the job.

Skills

Heavy construction repair experience

Motivated and quick learner

Diagnosing equipment problems

Good documentation skills

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational/Trade School

Diesel Technology

Heavy Equipment Repair

Welding Technology

Tools

CAT ET

Job description

Position Summary

A Service Technician is the heart of our business. You will work on and at times will be leading service and maintenance tasks of our customers’ equipment, while continuing to learn as well as looking out for self and others' safety at the workplace.

Description

A Service Technician is the heart of our business. You will work on and at times will be leading service and maintenance tasks of our customers’ equipment, while continuing to learn as well as looking out for self and others' safety at the workplace.

Responsibilities

Your daily tasks will include, but will not be limited to some of the following activities:

• Diagnose problems with equipment/engines, using a variety of methods and tools.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance work on customer products.
• Service/repair work on items diagnosed, ranging from mechanical to electrical work.
• Identify and source any parts required for repair or service.
• Complete a detailed service report to provide to the Service Coordinator and Service Supervisor.
• Cleaning and painting equipment as necessary to complete job.

Qualifications

To be considered for a position as a Service Technician, you should have:

• A minimum of 2-5 years of Heavy Construction repair experience.
• Highly motivated and able to learn new tasks, processes, and policies.

Preferred Qualification

• Prior experience using CAT ET or similar electronic diagnostics tool.
• Agricultural and Farming Equipment repair experience.
• Experience writing detailed service reports on internal/external customer equipment.
• High School Diploma or Vocational College degree in some of the following areas:
• Diesel Technology
• Heavy Equipment Repair
• Welding Technology

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this posting are not exhaustive and may evolve based on business needs.

All MacAllister Machinery companies are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including Disabled and Veteran applicants.