Equipment Mechanic - Shop

About the role

The 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; 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 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
• Provide accurate and sufficient information on all required documents
• Advise supervisors of situations that may impact a customer relationship
• 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
• As needed, provide basic tools per the Altec tool policy
• Drive motor vehicles
• Develop basic computer skills with Microsoft office
• Support customer by working overtime

Qualifications

• Ability to support customer by working overtime

Skills

• Customer First
• Enjoyment of Work
• Family
• Financial Stability
• Integrity
• People are our Greatest Strength
• Quality
• Spiritual Development
• Teamwork

Benefits

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

Pay

$32-33/hr depending on experience and skill

Schedule

Hourly rate and potential for overtime varies relative to experience and location.