Shop Technician

Power Equipment Co.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Equipment Co. is seeking a skilled technician to repair and service a wide range of heavy equipment.

You will diagnose failures, perform repairs, disassemble and reassemble machines, and ensure leak-free operation on engines, transmissions, hydraulics, and related components. The role requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent, a 2-year technical credential or military training, and 2+ years in the heavy equipment industry.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; 2-year technical degree or military training preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in the heavy equipment industry or related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication and basic mathematical skills.
• Proficient with computers, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and diagnostic software from manufacturers.
• Strong knowledge of equipment operations and mechanical functions.
• Physical ability to stoop, kneel, push, pull, twist and lift up to 70 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment problems and diagnose failures.
• Perform diagnostic checks, pressures, voltages, noises or vibrations to locate issues.
• Disassemble and repair machines, order parts, assemble and test operation to ensure no leaks.
• Clean parts and prepare assemblies; maintain safety and cleanliness of the workspace.
• Travel to jobsites and conduct vendor training sessions as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2-year technical degree or military training

Tools

Manufacturer diagnostic programs

Test equipment knowledge

Job description

Education LevelHigh School## Description**Job Summary:** The technician will perform repair work on a wide variety of equipment ranging from complete machine overhauls to minor repairs such as fixing leaks, changing fluids and filters. Other types of repairs may include rebuild components such as engines, transmissions, hydraulic cylinders and hydraulic pumps. Some locations have test equipment to dyno test engines, hydraulic pumps and transmissions. Installations may include undercarriage on track machines, attachments on plumbing excavators for hammers or scalers; quick coupler attachments on loaders, excavators and backhoes.**Job Responsibilities:**Perform daily and operational activities in the service department to include the following, but not limited to:* Troubleshoot equipment problem/diagnose failure* Perform diagnostic functions, check pressures, check voltage, locate source of noise or vibration* Disassemble machine, order parts, make repairs, assemble machine, check machine operation make sure repairs are complete and confirm problem is fixed unit has no leaks, and is work ready* Clean parts, scrape gaskets, prep for assembly* Maintain safety and cleanliness of work environment* Travel to jobsites and vendor training sessions as needed## Qualifications**Job Qualifications:*** Must have High School Diploma or equivalent, a 2 year technical degree or comparable military training is preferred* Must have a minimum of 2 years experience in the heavy equipment industry or a related field* Excellent written and oral communication and basic mathematical skills.* Proficient with a computer, including the use of Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and diagnostic use using manufacturer provided programs.* Must have a good working knowledge of equipment operations and mechanical functions.* Ability to stoop, kneel, push, pull, twist and carry and lift up to 70lbs.* Ability to climb and perform work on heights of 15 feet* Able to work in all types of weather conditions* Capable of working with limited supervision / self-starter* Maintain excellent customer service* Must be able to pass a background, physical, and drug screen