What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Technician position at FINITETEK INC?
Job description:
Field Service Technician- Heavy Equipment (Tri-State: Kentucky, Southern Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, Indiana)
Territory/Location: Kentucky, southern Ohio, Tennessee, Indiana, Virginia. Frequent travel, Monday through Friday 7:30-4:30 with overtime.
Compensation: Pay based on knowledge and experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Location: In-person; based out of Richmond, KY, with regular travel throughout Kentucky, Southern Ohio, Indiana, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Virginia.
Client has specialized in heavy equipment rental and sales, offering a strong inventory of late-model equipment and a reputation for building long-term customer relationships through dependable equipment and responsive service. Our headquarters is located in Richmond, Kentucy, just off I-75. We are an authorized dealer for Prinoth equipment.
We are seeking a self-driven field service/shop technician who understands the heavy equipment industry, enjoys working directly with contractors and operators, and knows how to build long-term relationships that lead to repeat business.
If you live in Central Kentucky, this is a great opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities
· Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine issues on company owned heavy equipment fleet.
· Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled service on equipment at customer job sites.
· Utilize diagnostic tools, service manuals, and technical resources to accurately determine repair needs.
· Repair and replace components including engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, undercarriages, and electrical systems.
· Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and service calls.
. Test equipment after repairs to ensure proper operation and performance.
· Perform repairs in accordance with company and industry standards, to ensure safety.
Required/Preferred Qualifications
· Must have three to five years of heavy equipment repair experience-Required
· Class A or Class B CDL-Required
· Experience with CAT SIS 2.0/ ET-Required
· Solid experience using mechanical tools, materials, and testing equipment.
· Computer skills
· Proven ability to work independently and without direct supervision.
· Must have own tools-Required
Compensation & Benefits
· Hourly, plus overtime
· Health insurance
· 401(k)- 100% vested after 1 year
· Paid time off
· Paid training
· Company vehicle
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off