What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crane Field Service Technician/Mechanic position at Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. - St. Louis, MO?
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!
Crane Field Service Technician/Mechanic Union Information
This position is represented by Operating Engineers Local 513 under a union contract.
- Work standards set by union agreement (CBA)
- Union pay and benefits based on the current CBA.
- Includes health, pension, and retirement through the union.
Crane Field Service Technician/Mechanic-Specific Benefits
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
- Uniforms and Safety Steel/Composite Toed Boots provided
- Continued Education, Manufacturer Hands-On and Web-Based Training
- Paid Accident Insurance
Crane Field Service Technician/Mechanic Position Purpose
The Crane Field Service Technician operates a mobile service vehicle and travels to customer locations to perform in-field repairs on various brands of heavy equipment. This will include diagnosing issues, ordering parts, writing technical reports, maintaining the care of company assets, and communicating professionally with others. They will perform quality work as efficiently and profitably as possible.
Crane 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 the method and sequence of performing assigned repairs
- Models safe work habits and abides by all safety policies and procedures always
- Keeps rework within established guidelines
- Possible overnight stays on or near job sites if 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
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
- Ensures consistent and reliable on-site attendance
Crane 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 hand tools and any special tools required by the company
- Ability to work overtime, stay overnight, and work on the weekend when needed
- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
Crane 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
- Must be able 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
- Ability to adhere 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.