Technician - Construction Equipment

Central-Power-Systems-; Hutto (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Ins.

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Training & Professional Development

Positive and productive work env

Job summary

Central Power Systems & Services in Hutto, TX is seeking a Construction Equipment Technician to perform repairs and preventative maintenance on a full line of construction equipment. This role reports to the Service Manager and is based in a Service department environment.

Responsibilities include diagnostics, building relationships with customers and vendors, and ensuring work aligns with OEM specifications. Applicants should be able to work overtime and obtain a Class A CDL if needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction equipment repair experience.
• Ability to follow OEM specifications.
• Excellent diagnostic and troubleshooting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform all levels of repair and preventative maintenance on construction equipment.
• Diagnostic and troubleshooting for minor and major repairs.
• Read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics and blueprints.
• Maintain customer, vendor and factory relationships.
• Work overtime if needed and participate in on-call rotations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Good communication

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational Training or Apprenticeship

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Hutto Austin - Hutto, TX 78634

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $25.00 - $50.00 Hourly

Position Title: Construction Equipment Technician

Reporting to: Service Manager

Department: Service

Central Power Systems & Services is a privately held company with deep roots going back to 1954. Our Mission Statement is forging long-lasting partnerships by providing first-class customer support. We live that statement every single day. We are looking for a Construction Equipment Technician to help support that mission.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all levels of repair and preventative maintenance on full line of construction equipment
• Diagnostic and troubleshooting for both minor and major repairs
• Build and maintain customer, vendor and factory relationships
• Perform repairs within established labor time guides
• Achieve over 90% efficiency rating while maintaining quality of workmanship
• Create detailed parts and labor repair scopes for quoting
• Read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics, technical blueprints, service and parts diagrams
• Must be a self-starter with ability to prioritize tasks, stay organized, and stay on task with minimal supervision, ability to communicate well with the Service and Parts Teams.
• Must be willing to work overtime if needed and be on a rotating on-call list
• Perform pre and post trip inspections on service trucks per DOT regulations
• Possession of or ability to obtain a Class A CDL
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Professional Development
• Positive and productive work environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years’ experience as a preventative maintenance technician with construction equipment
• 2-4 years' experience as construction equipment technician
• Ability to follow Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications.
• Advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting capabilities for all major and minor repairs of construction equipment
• Experience with Develon, Liebherr and Takeuchi products preferred
• Excellent knowledge and experience in the following areas
• Hydraulics
• Electrical Systems
• Various Diesel Engines

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ Years of Construction Equipment Repair Experience
• Possession of or ability to obtain class A CDL
• Mechanical Aptitude
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to Provide Basic Hand Tools
• Good Communications Skills both Verbal and Written
• Critical Thinking, Trouble-Shooting and Problem-Solving Skills
• Stamina, Attention to Detail and Safety Awareness
• Vocational Training or Apprenticeship

WORK CONDITIONS

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

This position regularly requires walking, standing, sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing stairs. It also often requires pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting 50+ lbs. and working in a variety of weather conditions and noise levels. This list is not meant to cover every possible scenario but simply provide an outline. Employees may be assigned other tasks as needed.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire.

CPS&S is a smoke-free and drug-free work environment. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen (including THC).