What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shop Heavy Equipment Technician position at Krebs Land Development?
Job Title: Heavy Equipment Shop Technician (Experienced)
Location: [184 Comfort Rd Palatka, FL]
Job Type: Full-Time
About the Role:
We’re looking for a motivated Technician to join our heavy equipment service Shop team. This is a hands-on, Mid-level to Experieced position ideal for someone eager to learn and grow in the heavy equipment industry. You'll assist in basic maintenance, repairs, Undercarriage and inspections on various types of equipment under the guidance of experienced technicians.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in performing routine maintenance and minor repairs on heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, dozers, etc.)
- Help with inspections, cleaning, and organizing tools and equipment
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures
- Support senior technicians as needed on job assignments
Requirements:
- Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Basic mechanical aptitude and eagerness to learn
- Reliable transportation and strong work ethic
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods
- Valid Driver Licence
What We Offer:
- On-the-job training and growth opportunities
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Safety gear provided
Join Our Team:
If you're ready to kickstart your career in heavy equipment and enjoy working with your hands, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a crew that values hard work, safety, and skill-building.
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This role is primarily focused on, but not limited to mechanical, electrical, hydraulic troubleshooting, maintenance and repairs of heavy equipment at our shop located at 184 Comfort Rd Palatka, FL 32177.
Travel to job sites for in field diagnosis and repairs may be required. CAT ET software experience preferred. Must be able to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment issues, and order parts necessary for repairs.
Approach all aspects of the job from a safety first perspective and with a positive attitude. Must be willing and able to comply with company, customer, and government policies and procedures.
Physical Requirements:- Ability to work a rotating schedule and/or varying shifts. Ability to work any shift, holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed. Ability to pass pre-employment physical. Regularly required to use hands, fingers, and feet in a coordinated effort to move levers, depress foot pedals, and turn dials to operate power machinery. Specific vision abilities required, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Frequently ascends or descends ladders, stairs, elevated walkways, ramps and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80% of the time in the operation of mobile equipment.
Krebs Land Development is a Drug-Free Workplace in accordance with Florida Law.
Krebs Land Development is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $29