Shop Technician

Brandeis Machinery and Supply Co.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandeis Machinery and Supply Co. is seeking a full-time technician in Lexington, KY. The role involves repairing a wide range of heavy equipment, from full overhauls to routine maintenance, with some sites offering dyno testing and hydraulic work.

You will troubleshoot, diagnose, disassemble, repair, and reassemble machines, ensuring no leaks and readiness for operation, while maintaining safety and quality standards. Strong communication and basic math skills are required.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent; 2-year technical degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years in the heavy equipment industry or related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment problems and diagnose failures.
• Perform diagnostics, check pressures/voltage, locate sources of noise or vibration.
• Disassemble, order parts, repair, reassemble, and verify leak-free operation.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Diagnostic skills

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Self-starter / independent

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year technical degree (preferred)

Military training (preferred)

Tools

Diagnostic software

Dyno test equipment

MS Office

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Lexington Branch - Lexington, KY 40504Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: Day

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:

• 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

QualificationsJob 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