Shop Technician - Rental Store

Thompson Marine; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rental Store Shop Technician role, based in Panama City Beach, FL, involves minor repairs, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting on Thompson Rents equipment including engines, hydraulics, transmissions, and electrical components.

You will disassemble/reassemble components, perform tests, and efficiently order and return parts. A valid driver's license is required to succeed in this role within Thompson Tractor's safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of mechanical repairs experience or equivalent technical education.
• MVR required; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to safety standards and procedures.
• Plans and performs minor repairs on engines, hydraulics, transmissions, and electrical components.
• Disassembles/reassembles components and tests for proper operation.
• Orders and returns parts in a timely manner and uses service information systems.
• Works independently in the shop and adheres to company values.

Skills

Engine diagnostics

Electrical repair

Hydraulics

Transmission repair

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma

Tools

InfoCast

Liftnet

SIMSi

Job description

Panama City Rental
317 Griffin Blvd.
Panama City Beach, FL 32413, USA

Panama City Rental
317 Griffin Blvd.
Panama City Beach, FL 32413, USA

The Rental Store Shop Technician is responsible for adhering to all safety standards while performing minor repairs, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting on Thompson Rents equipment including engines, hydraulics, transmissions, and electrical components. Duties include disassembly and reassembly, adjustments for optimal performance, and effective use of service information systems. The role also involves timely ordering and returning of parts, independent work in the shop, and proper testing of components. A valid driver’s license is required.

• Adheres to and follows all applicable and required safety standards and procedures.
• Plans and performs minor repairs using correct tools and procedures.
• Performs the following tasks on engines, hydraulics, transmissions, and electrical components: remove and install; disassemble and reassemble; minor adjustments as needed for service.
• Perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting
• Demonstrates proper use of service information systems
• Orders and return parts for assigned jobs in timely manner
• Test and adjust components for optimal performance
• Works independently in the shop as required
• Must have a valid driver’s license to be eligible for hire.

Uphold the Core Values of Safe and Secure, Stronger Together, People of Integrity, and Driven to Serve.

• Maintain a productive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner that upholds the values of the Thompson Tractor brand.
• Demonstrate that you can have a positive relationship with customers, clients, vendors, coworkers, and management.
• Proper and regular attendance required.

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or the equivalent

Experience

• A minimum of one (1) year's work experience involving mechanical repairs or a combination of relevant experience and equivalent technical education required.
• Experience using personal computers and basic typing skills required.
• Med Card and CDL preferred.
• MVR (required)

Skills and Competencies

• Intermediate engine, transmission, hydraulic, and electrical diagnostic, and repair skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills

Job Training

• Area specific technical training
• OSHA and MSHA required training.
• Vendor technical sites (Infocast, Liftnet, SIMSi, etc.)

Safety Summary

Working Conditions

• Work typically normally performed in a Service Department shop.
• Exposure to physical risk and all-weather conditions is associated with this position.
• Standing on hard surfaces for extended periods of time often required.

Physical Requirements

• Speaking
• Writing
• Typing
• Reaching
• Kneeling
• Grasping
• Stooping
• Lifting to 75 lbs.
• Climbing ladders
• Climbing earthmoving equipment
• Crawling under equipment
• Chemicals
• Construction
• Cranes and hoisting
• Eye
• Slips and falls
• Moving machinery
• Stationary machinery
• Respiratory
• Laceration
• Strains and sprains

Thompson Tractor is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Verbal Communication

Expert

Expert

Troubleshooting

Intermediate

Technical

Intermediate

Mechanical

Intermediate

Behaviors

:

Motivations

:

Education

Required

High School or Equivalent or better.

Preferred

Technical/other training or better.

Experience

Required

A minimum of one (1) year's work experience involving mechanical repairs or a combination of relevant experience and equivalent technical education required.

Experience using personal computers and basic typing skills required.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

MVR Required

Driver's License Personal

Preferred

CDL Class A

Med Card

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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