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Equipment Mechanic - Field

Altec · Cherokee, IA · 3 wk ago
Management$30–$34/hrFull-time

Job Summary

Join Altec, an OEM in an essential industry supporting utilities and telecom, where you'll have access to technical support, direct parts, and engineering. Benefit from a multi-level technician career progression program, ongoing training, and a flexible schedule.

About the Role

Altec mechanics are at the forefront of the industry, working in a cleaner, smarter environment. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth and development.

Responsibilities

  • Perform replacement of electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical components
  • Utilize all technical support resources in troubleshooting, determining procedures, and identifying parts needed for repair
  • Perform Unit Condition Inspections and Reports
  • Maintain work area in a safe, clean, and orderly manner
  • Advise supervisors of situations that may impact a customer relationship
  • Provide accurate and sufficient information on all required documents
  • Demonstrate Altec Company Values
  • Perform all tasks in a manner fully consistent with Altec Safety practices and procedures
  • Advocate safety in everything we do

Requirements

  • High School Diploma, state-approved High School Equivalency, or GED
  • Strong interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills
  • Physical effort to move objects and tools that may weigh up to 75 pounds; frequent stooping, bending, squatting, and kneeling
  • A high level of dexterity
  • Ability to support customer by working overtime
  • Develop basic computer skills with Microsoft office
  • Advocate safety in everything we do

Qualifications

  • Experience with aerial devices, digger derricks, chippers, cranes; or construction, mining, farm equipment such as excavators, skid steers, dozers or tractors; or military heavy equipment such as the MRAP vehicle, HMEE, or tanks; aircraft and aerospace or ground support equipment (AGE/GSE) or similar
  • Previous experience as a mechanic or technician, with a focus on heavy equipment
  • Education in mechanics, electrical and/or hydraulic systems

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Retirement 401(k) Program
  • Prescription
  • Safety Glasses
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program
  • Wellness Rewards Program
  • Life Insurance

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