Shop Technician

Brandeis Machinery Inc.; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandeis Machinery Inc. in Lexington, KY is seeking a full-time service technician to repair a wide range of equipment, from overhauls to minor repairs. You will handle diagnostics, disassembly, parts orders, and reassembly to ensure leak-free operation on site.

The role requires a high school diploma (2-year technical degree preferred), 2+ years in heavy equipment, strong communication, and proficiency with diagnostic software. Travel to jobsites is possible.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; 2-year technical degree or equivalent military training preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in heavy equipment or related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication and basic mathematical skills.
• Proficiency with computer systems and diagnostic software from manufacturers.
• Solid knowledge of equipment operations and mechanical functions.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and work at heights up to 15 feet.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment problems and diagnose failures.
• Perform diagnostic functions, check pressures and voltages, locate noises or vibrations.
• Disassemble, order parts, repair, reassemble and test for leaks and operation.
• Clean parts, prepare for assembly; maintain safety and cleanliness.
• Travel to jobsites and vendor training sessions as needed.

Skills

Diagnostics software

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

2-year technical degree / military training preferred

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