Service Technician - Preventative Maintenance

Kirby Smith; Clyde (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-Average Pay

Medical/Dental/Vision

401K with Company Match

Generous PTO / Paid Holidays

Short/Long Term Disability

Growth Opportunities

Paid Training

Family-Owned and Operated

Health and Wellness

Relocation assistance available for;

Uniforms Provided

Boots Provided

Career Advancement Opportunities

Continued Education, Hands-On & Web-Tr

Company-Paid Accident Insurance

Job summary

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. is seeking a Service Technician - Preventative Maintenance (Field) to travel to customer sites and perform in-field maintenance and minor repairs on heavy equipment. The role emphasizes safety, quality workmanship, and customer satisfaction.

You will operate a mobile service vehicle, complete required paperwork, and participate in training. This position offers comprehensive benefits, paid training, and opportunities for growth within a family-owned company.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in heavy equipment or a related field.
• Demonstrated basic mechanical knowledge.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Must own basic tools.
• Ability to work after hours and overnight.
• Class B CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment at customer locations.
• Lubricates, greases, and checks fluid levels as needed.
• Plans methods and sequence of repairs.
• Keeps rework to a minimum and reports additional work.
• Promotes safety and maintains a clean work area.
• Documents service reports and completes paperwork timely.
• Attends factory training as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

English communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL Class B preferred

Tools

Basic hand tools

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!

Service Technician - Preventative Maintenance(Field) Benefits

• Above-Average Industry Pay


• Comprehensive Benefits Package (including Medical/Dental/Vision)


• 401K Plans with Company Match


• Generous PTO Package/Paid Holidays


• Short/Long Term Disability


• Growth Opportunities


• Paid Training


• Family-Owned and Operated


• Health and Wellness

Service Technician - Preventative Maintenance(Field) - Specific Benefits

• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates


• Uniforms Provided


• Steel/Composite Toed Boots Provided


• Career Advancement Opportunities


• Continued Education, Manufacturer Hands-On and Web-Based Training


• Company-Paid Accident Insurance

Service Technician - Preventative Maintenance(Field) Position Purpose

The Preventative Maintenance Field Service Technician operates a mobile service vehicle and travels to customer locations to perform in-field preventative maintenance services and minor repairs. They will perform quality work as efficiently and effectively as possible according to the specified guidelines.

Service Technician - Preventative Maintenance(Field) Essential Function

• Communicates and supports the Kirby Smith vision and core values of One Mission, One Team, One Plan, One Goal


• Performs preventative maintenance services on equipment as assigned, for example, lubricating/greasing and checking fluid levels as needed


• Plans methods and sequence of performing assigned repairs


• Keeps rework within established guidelines


• Notifies the Manager of any additional work required on the unit


• Contributes to departmental and product line goals


• Completes required paperwork efficiently and timely


• Attends factory and other training as specified by supervisor


• Promotes goodwill and exhibits excellent customer relation behaviors with customers, managers, and coworkers


• Maintains service truck in good working condition and cleanliness


• Completes daily, monthly, and annual safety and vehicle inspections


• Models safe work habits and always abides by company safety policies and procedures


• Organizes, cleans, and maintains a safe work area


• Performs other job-related duties as assigned


• Consistent and reliable on-site attendance

Service Technician - Preventative Maintenance(Field) Minimum Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in the heavy equipment environment or related field


• Demonstrated basic mechanical knowledge


• Ability to speak, read, and write in English the English language well enough to follow written instructions and to report to supervisor and others verbally and in writing


• Must have basic tools


• Ability to work after hours and overnight


• Class B CDL Preferred

Service Technician - Preventative Maintenance(Field) Physical Requirements

• Pushes/Pulls/Lifts/Carries up to 75 pounds without assistance


• Physical ability to squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb, and reach overhead


• Must be able 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 associated with the shop/field


• Ability to adhere to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individual PPE in a functional condition

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.