Shop Technician

Brandeis Machinery; Lexington (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandeis Machinery in Lexington, KY is seeking a service technician to repair a wide range of heavy equipment, from engine overhauls to hydraulic repairs. You will diagnose issues, disassemble machines, order parts, reassemble, and test operation to ensure leaks are fixed and units are ready for work.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 2 years in heavy equipment, strong communication and math skills, proficiency with computers and diagnostic software, and the ability to lift

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years experience in heavy equipment industry or related field preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication and basic mathematical skills.
• Proficient with a computer, including Microsoft Office and diagnostic programs.
• Good working knowledge of equipment operations and mechanical functions.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and work at heights up to 15 ft.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment problems and diagnose failures.
• Perform diagnostics, check pressures, voltages, and diagnose sources of noise or vibration.
• Disassemble machine, order parts, repair, reassemble, and test operation to ensure leak-free, ready-for-work unit.
• Clean parts, prepare for assembly, and maintain safety and cleanliness in the work area.
• Travel to jobsites and participate in vendor training as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Customer service

Communication

Math skills

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2-year technical degree or military training (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job 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

• 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

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