Technician / Mechanic

Korn Ferry Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Korn Ferry Military Division, based in Des Moines, IA, seeks a Technician/Mechanic with a background in military service. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems, with some welding.

Strong communication with operators and crew is essential, and improvements to maintenance processes are expected. Compensation ranges from $26.00 to $31.00 per hour, DOE.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years US Military Active Duty experience required.
• 5+ years of Mechanic/Maintenance experience with cranes, forklifts, and related equipment is highly preferred.
• Must have creative thinking skills to make continuous improvements.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance on diesel engines, booms, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, brakes, and basic components.
• Communicate effectively with operators and other mechanics.
• Some welding repairs based on skill level.

Skills

Diesel engine maintenance

Electrical systems troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Creative problem solving

Tools

Onboard diagnostics

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

* PLEASE NOTE: this client is specifically seeking candidates with at least 4 years of Active Duty U.S. military experience *

Korn Ferry Military Division has partnered with our client on their search for a Technician/Mechanic, based out of their Des Moines IA facility. With over 70 branches nationwide, this company is growing fast and offers substantial opportunity for career advancement.

5+ years of Mechanic/Maintenance experience is highly preferred, and will give you a huge advantage over other candidates!

Compensation: $26.00–31.00/hr (DOE)

What You Will Do:

• Responsible for performing PM and corrective maintenance on diesel engines, booms, electrical systems (including troubleshooting onboard computer systems), hydraulic systems (booms, outriggers, pumps), brakes and other basic components
• Must work well and communicate effectively with operators and other mechanics
• Some welding repairs (based on skill level.)

Education and Work Experience

• At least 4 years US Military Active Duty experience required
• 5+ years of Mechanic/Maintenance experience (hydraulic and conventional cranes, forklifts, tractor trailers and other miscellaneous equipment) highly preferred.
• Must have creative thinking skills to make continuous improvements