Who We Are

We provide certainty in an uncertain world by delivering engine and generator power solutions our customers can rely on. We are people-focused, family-first, and passionately driven to build strong relationships, share knowledge, and establish confidence. We are consistent, resourceful problem solvers, dedicated to supporting people inside the organization and out. We develop products that are built to last by developing people that never stop learning. As an independent company for over 40 years, we’re not like our competitors. We do things the Loftin way, which means an unwavering commitment to doing whatever it takes to deliver the best power solution, every time.

Who You Are

You are a reliable, customer-focused (a.k.a. good with people) problem solver. You effectively communicate through cooperation and teamwork. You are always looking to improve whether that’s learning something new or seeking ways to promote better quality. You are driven to do what it takes to get the job done.

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for performing power generation equipment preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, diagnostic procedures, heavy line and light line repairs, and minor generator start-ups. This position is a hands-on maintenance of our customers and the company's power generation equipment to support all aspects of the service and parts departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily including the following.

• Prepare written estimates for recommended corrective repairs noted during service calls and submit to Service Admin.
• Assist other technicians, customers, dealers with technical support in person or in the field
• Display the ability to apply knowledge from past jobs to complete more complex jobs in the future.
• Carry out instructions in written, or diagram form.
• Perform problem solving and make logical decisions.
• Transport parts and tools to worksites.
• Perform diagnostic testing, pulling cable, caring tools and other items.
• Clearly and concisely document all work and repairs completed by following all documentations procedures as instructed.
• Assist in preparing procedures and documentation required to perform tasks.
• Assist in instructing other technicians in performing repairs as required.
• Communicate with customers and dealers in the support of generator troubleshooting.
• Follow all safety requirements, including the use of personal protective equipment.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications/Experience/Education/Skills:

• 3 year’s related experience.
• Knowledge of Kohler Generator & Controls and Industrial ATS training preferred.
• Be available to respond to any emergency calls while on-call.
• Provide and maintain own hand tools and meters required to perform basis job functions.
• Clean driving record.
• Demonstrate ability to travel as required.
• Display ability to follow instructions and work well with virtually no supervision.
• Highly competent in the use of Microsoft Office 360 and other Microsoft products/systems. Strong technical aptitude, including ability to learn new systems quickly and train/support team in adoption.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background investigation, which includes a motor vehicle check, and drug screen.

Competencies/Attributes:

• Strong communication skills, to include written, oral and active listening; clear and persuasive in negative or positive situations; asks relevant questions to get clarification; conveys thoughts and ideas in a concise manner; responds well to questions and feedback; demonstrates group participation skills.
• Builds and maintains strong working relationships with customers (internal and/or external) and coworkers; establishes confidence and shares knowledge with others.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; contributes to building a positive team environment; supports everyone's efforts to succeed; recognizes accomplishments of other team members.
• Does what it takes to get the job done for the customer and/or team; nimble, adaptable, resilient, and a bit entrepreneurial; demonstrates learning agility when further developing technical, functional, and interpersonal skills.
• Resourceful problem solver; uncompromising customer service inside the organization and out; never get complacent.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Determines appropriate action beyond health and safety guidelines; observes all safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions immediately; uses equipment and materials properly.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move ~100 pounds; when feasible, over 40 pounds must be a team lift or utilize the appropriate tool(s) to assist.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and
• Must be able to regularly talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit for prolonged periods of time.

Comp & Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive compensation package. This includes benefit offerings you'd expect to see at a large company, all designed to help you take good care of yourself and your family. The benefits include:

• Choice of two subsidized Medical plans PPO, and HDHP/HSA options
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Subsidized Dental and Vision plan
• Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans, with an immediately vested dollar for dollar (up to 4%) employer match
• Disability short-term & long-term, 100% employer paid
• Basic Life/AD&D, 100% employer paid
• Voluntary Life/AD&D available for employee, spouse and children
• Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident coverage
• Voluntary identify theft protection coverage
• Voluntary pet insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

At Loftin Equipment Co., we don’t just accept difference — we embrace it, welcome it, and recognize the value it brings to our customers and employees.

Loftin Equipment Co. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Equal opportunity and consideration are afforded to all qualified applicants and employees. We will not discriminate based on, Veteran status, race, religious beliefs, national origin, age, gender, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.

Further, Loftin Equipment Co. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities in accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state disability laws.

Preferred method of response is via our Careers page (https://www.loftinequip.com/careers/)

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