Wirtgen Group Heavy Equipment Field Technician/Mechanic

Kirby Smith; Clyde (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-Average Industry Pay

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401K Plan with Company Match

Generous PTO Package/Paid Holidays

Short/Long Term Disability

Growth Opportunities

Paid Training

Family-owned and Operated

Health and Wellness

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. seeks a Wirtgen Group Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician/Mechanic to travel to customer sites and perform in-field repairs on paving, milling/reclaimer, and related equipment.

You will diagnose faults, order parts, write technical reports, maintain company assets, and communicate clearly with customers and team members while upholding safety policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Two (2) years of continuous experience in diagnosing and repairing construction equipment.
• Ability to read complex hydraulic and electrical schematics.
• Furnish and maintain a set of tools and any specialty tools required by the company.
• Ability to work overtime, stay overnight, and work on the weekend when needed.
• Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license; CDL if required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid DOT medical card.

Responsibilities

• Communicates Kirby Smith vision and values to customers.
• Performs field repairs and maintenance with little supervision.
• Diagnoses equipment problems and performs repairs per guidelines.
• Plans methods and sequence of repairs.
• Models safe work habits and follows safety policies.
• Keeps rework within established guidelines.
• Overnight stays at job sites when required.
• Completes required paperwork promptly.
• Attends factory training as specified.
• Maintains service truck in good condition.
• Completes safety and vehicle inspections daily/monthly/annually.
• Maintains professional demeanor with customers and colleagues.
• Promotes goodwill with customers.
• Reliable on-site attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Who We Are

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. is a leading distributor of heavy equipment and cranes in the central United States. We are at the forefront of today's construction industry growth and have several exciting job opportunities for talented, energized professionals across the region who want to join our #WeAre1KirbySmith family!

Wirtgen Group Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician/Mechanic Benefits

• Above-Average Industry Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package (including Medical/Dental/Vision)
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Generous PTO Package/Paid Holidays
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Growth Opportunities
• Paid Training
• Family-owned and Operated
• Health and Wellness

Wirtgen Group Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician/Mechanic Specific Benefits

• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
• Uniforms and Safety Steel/Comprehensive Toed Boots provided
• Continued education, manufacturer hands-on and web-based training
• Paid Accident Insurance

Wirtgen Group Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician/Mechanic Position Purpose

Responsible for operating a mobile service vehicle and traveling to customer locations to perform in-field repairs on various brands of paving, milling/reclaimer, aggregate material handling and compaction equipment. This will include diagnosing, parts ordering, technical report writing, maintaining care of company assets, and proper communication with others

Wirtgen Group Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician/Mechanic Essential Functions

• Communicates and supports the Kirby Smith vision and core values of One Mission, One Team, One Plan, One Goal
• Performs field repairs and maintenance with little or no direct supervision
• Diagnoses and evaluates problems with equipment and makes repairs using established guidelines, following established flat rates
• Plans methods and sequence of performing assigned repairs
• Models safe work habits and abides by all safety policies and procedures always
• Keeps rework within established guidelines
• Makes overnight stays on or near job sites when required
• Completes required paperwork efficiently and promptly
• Attends factory and other training as specified by the supervisor
• Maintains the service truck in good working condition and cleanliness
• Completes daily, monthly, and annual safety and vehicle inspections
• Consistently exhibits professional demeanor with customers, managers, and colleagues
• Promotes goodwill with customers and exhibits excellent customer relations behaviors
• Consistent and reliable on-site attendance
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Wirtgen Group Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician/Mechanic Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English
• Two (2) years of continuous experience in diagnosing and repairing construction equipment
• Ability to read complex hydraulic and electrical schematics
• Furnish and maintain a set of tools and any specialty tools required by the company
• Ability to work overtime, stay overnight, and work on the weekend when needed
• Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license; CDL if required
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid DOT medical card

Wirtgen Group Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician/Mechanic Physical Requirements:

• Pushes/Pulls/Lifts/Carries up to 100 pounds without assistance
• Physical ability to squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb, and reach overhead
• Ability to work in extreme heat or cold and wet, damp, dusty, or windy conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noises, hazardous materials, and fumes/odors
• Physical ability to perform maintenance on equipment for extended hours, with continual mounting and dismounting throughout the workday
• Adheres to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individual PPE in a functional condition

This is considered a Safety-Sensitive position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.