Equipment Mechanic - Field

About the Role

Altec is seeking a career-minded equipment mechanic for a role that includes on-demand access to technical support, direct parts, and engineering. This position offers a multi-level technician career progression program, ongoing training on Altec equipment, a state-of-the-art company service vehicle, customer interaction, a flexible schedule, and the potential to work overtime. The role supports utilities and telecom as part of an OEM in an essential industry.

Ideal Background

• 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; or 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

Responsibilities

• Perform replacement of electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical components
• Utilize all technical support resources (such as operator, parts, and maintenance manuals, HowFactory, etc.) 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
• Perform all tasks in a manner fully consistent with Altec Safety practices and procedures
• Advise supervisors of situations that may impact a customer relationship
• Provide accurate and sufficient information on all required documents
• Demonstrate Altec Company Values: Customer First, Enjoyment of Work, Family, Financial Stability, Integrity, People are our Greatest Strength, Quality, Spiritual Development, Teamwork
• All other duties as assigned

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
• As needed, provide basic tools per the Altec tool policy
• Drive motor vehicles
• Develop basic computer skills with Microsoft Office
• Ability to support customer by working overtime
• Advocate safety in everything we do

Pay

$32-35/hr depending on experience and skill. Should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced level in the career path, the job level may be adjusted. Hourly rate and potential for overtime varies relative to experience and location.

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