Shop Diesel Mechanic

White Star Machinery; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Vacation

401K Plan

Profit Sharing

Short/Long-term Disability

Company Paid Life Insurance

Safety Equipment & Training

Job summary

White Star Machinery in Topeka, KS is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to provide quality repair services on Bobcat construction equipment, performing diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance for customer and dealer-owned machines. You will troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, diesel and electrical systems, document repairs, participate in trainings, and collaborate with a supportive service team.

The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and delivering timely, reliable service in a family‑oriented

Qualifications

• 1-year fleet or dealership experience in a diesel shop is required; 3-5 years preferred.
• Must have an inventory of hand tools to facilitate the assigned repairs.
• Heavy equipment and/or agricultural experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality repair services on construction equipment in order to meet customer needs in a responsive, friendly, educated, and timely manner
• Performs basic diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned construction equipment
• Identifies problems with mechanical, hydraulic, diesel & electrical systems and executes solutions
• Participates in Service Training programs for the development of skills and knowledge
• Document all repairs and testing for customer and warranty repairs
• Any other duties as outlined by the Service Supervisor and or management of the company.

Skills

Team player

Customer service focus

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 year technical school graduate

Job description

We are an authorized dealer of new and used Bobcat compact construction equipment including skid steers, track loaders, compact excavators, telehandlers, utility vehicles and more. We provide service both in the field and in our facility.

White Star Machinery - Topeka is looking to add a Diesel Mechanic. This role will be responsible for providing quality repair services on Bobcat equipment in order to meet customer needs in a responsive, friendly, educated, and timely manner. This includes performing basic diagnostics, service repairs, and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned construction equipment. The technician will also be responsible for identifying problems with mechanical, hydraulic, diesel, and electrical systems and executing effective solutions.

Responsibilities

Provide quality repair services on construction equipment in order to meet customer needs in a responsive, friendly, educated, and timely manner

Performs basic diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned construction equipment

Identifies problems with mechanical, hydraulic, diesel & electrical systems and executes solutions

Participates in Service Training programs for the development of skills and knowledge

Document all repairs and testing for customer and warranty repairs

Any other duties as outlined by the Service Supervisor and or management of the company.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

2 year technical school graduate preferred.

1-year fleet or dealership experience in a diesel shop is required; 3-5 years preferred.

Must be a team player with a strong sense of commitment to the customer and service team.

Must have an inventory of hand tools to facilitate the assigned repairs.

Heavy equipment and or agricultural experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate construction equipment.

Occasionally lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 50-100 pounds and/or frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 20-50 pounds and/or continuous lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 10-20 pounds

Regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, grasp or pull and lift objects. Occasionally required to sit, climb, and balance, kneel, stoop, crouch, and crawl

Exposed to outside weather conditions, fumes, and loud noise.

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Boot and Safety Glasses Reimbursement

Christmas Savings Program

Paid Vacation and Flex Time

Matching 401K Plan

Profit Sharing and Bonus Program

Short and Long-term Disability

Company Paid Life Insurance

Critical Care and Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Training

Many opportunities for advancement (We prefer to promote from within)

Family friendly company

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.