Technician II - New River Valley

Gregory Pool Equipment Company; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Gregory Pool Equipment Company seeks a skilled technician for mechanical repairs on material handling equipment. The role encompasses conducting moderate repairs, using various tools, and troubleshooting systems. Candidates should have at least four years of experience in mechanical systems and must be physically capable of lifting heavy parts and servicing equipment.

The company values equal opportunity and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds. Knowledge of hydraulic systems, and the ability to follow written instructions are essential components of this position.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school education or GED.
• Four years of direct work experience is required.
• Proficient in at least one mechanical system (hydraulics, transmissions, electrical, etc.).
• Ability to lift/position parts up to 95 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform moderate mechanical repairs on material handling equipment.
• Use tools and manuals to troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems.
• Perform inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Write repair activities on work orders.

Skills

Mechanical proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of hydraulic systems

Experience with power tools

Education

High school education or GED

Tools

Lift trucks

Overhead cranes

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Description

Primary Function

The primary function of this position is to perform moderate mechanical repairs on material handling equipment.

Essential Duties

Review the work schedule, check the equipment and supplies required to perform the work scheduled, comply with PPE requirements, and otherwise prepare for duties.

Use manuals, repair manuals, parts manuals, parts diagrams to troubleshoot engines, engine fuel systems, transmissions, or other components on material handling equipment.

Use lift trucks, overhead cranes, & other aides to lift or move parts into position to be repaired.

Use hand & power tools to remove, install, replace, re-build, repair, & test parts/equipment on engines, engine fuel systems, transmissions, & other components.

Use miscellaneous resources & computers to reference parts, get information about parts & enter data into record systems.

Use hand & power tools to disassemble/reassemble parts or equipment, drains fluids into tubs, cleans parts with rags, cleaners, power washer.

Climb up onto, under, & into vehicles, uses hand & power tools to disassemble/reassemble: sheet metal, engines, transmissions, fuel systems, & other parts or equipment.

Replaces pumps, batteries, radiators, bearings, seals, wiring, solenoids, fuel lines, nozzles, tests float valves, glow plugs, alternators.

Use overhead hoists to move parts that need to be moved off of & back onto the material handling vehicle.

Use meters, measuring devices, & computers to test & recalibrate equipment, completes warranty paperwork.

Perform inspections, do preventative maintenance, change oil, replace filters, belts, coolants, hoses, may drain/clean/refill fuel systems.

Minimum Requirements

Education

Must have a high school education or GED.

Work Experience

Four years direct work experience; Must be proficient in at least one mechanical system (i.e. hydraulics, transmissions, electrical, etc.).

Physical

Must be able to daily and repeatedly stoop, kneel, bend and climb beside, onto and underneath various equipment to perform diagnosis and repairs. Must be able to effectively see to perform repairs, research technical manuals, and develop written repair work order reports. Must be able to routinely and physically lift/position various parts to perform repairs/service and manually handle parts up to 95 pounds, as well as use mechanical hoist for heavier parts.

Other

Must be able to effectively write repair activities on customer work orders. Must have cognitive reasoning and problem solving skills to apply knowledge, written information and verbal instructions in repairing/servicing unusual and/or unknown technical equipment operational problems. Should have exposure to P.C. base equipment and parts information ;

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Your supervisor may request and assign you similar duties. Any major modification of this job role requires Human Resources approval.

Gregory Poole Equipment Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.