Service Technician-PA

Anderson Equipment Company; Bridgeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in heavy equipment distribution is seeking a Service Technician to troubleshoot and repair a variety of construction equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background, experience in heavy equipment maintenance, and a commitment to safety. This full-time position offers competitive hourly wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and retirement savings options. Opportunities for professional development are also available.

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Drugs

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401K Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years work experience in heavy equipment repair and maintenance.
• Proficiency with computers and diagnostic programs provided by manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair heavy diesel, gas, and electrically operated construction equipment.
• Diagnose operational difficulties and replace defective parts.
• Document work orders and track repair progress.

Skills

Mechanical functions

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

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Company Profile
Anderson Equipment Company is one of the largest heavy equipment distribution companies in the Northeast. It is a family-owned, private company that has consistently grown and achieved financial success for almost 90 years. Currently in its third generation of family ownership and management, the company spans six states – West Virginia, Pennsylvania, New York, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine with 19 branch locations.

Job Description Summary
The Service Technician will troubleshoot/diagnose equipment problems and perform repair work on a wide variety of equipment. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain and repair heavy diesel, gas, and electrically operated construction equipment, ranging from complete overhauls to minor repairs such as fixing leaks, changing fluids and filters.
• Diagnose operational difficulties; disassemble and reassemble equipment, replacing defective parts. Diagnostics can include checking pressures, voltage, and flow to identify the source(s) of problems.
• Work independently or with senior technicians to rebuild components such as engines, transmissions, hydraulic cylinders, and hydraulic pumps.
• Prepare parts requisitions and enter requisitions into the Company’s computer system.
• Perform heating, brazing, soldering, burning, and minor welding not requiring certified welding skills.
• Use Anderson’s systems to document work orders, track repair progress, and order parts. Maintain safety protocols and regulations at all times.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two-year technical degree or comparable military training is a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years work experience in heavy equipment repair and maintenance.
• Working knowledge of equipment operations, mechanical functions, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency with computers and diagnostic programs provided by manufacturers.
• Ownership of adequate hand tools.

Compensation And Benefits

• Hourly wage ranges from $19.24 to $27.49 depending on location, experience, and overtime.
• Benefits include Medical and Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD, LTD, Health Savings Account, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Retirement Savings through a 401K Plan contributed by the Company.
• Opportunities for professional development, career advancement, transfers, tuition reimbursement, and company-sponsored training programs.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industry: Construction