Field Technician - Rental Store

Essential Responsibilities & Expectations

• Adheres to and follows all applicable and required safety standards and procedures.
• Plans and performs minor repairs using correct tools and procedures.
• Performs the following tasks on engines, hydraulics, transmissions, and electrical components: remove and install; disassemble and reassemble; minor adjustments as needed for service.
• Performs preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrates proper use of service information systems.
• Orders and returns parts for assigned jobs in a timely manner.
• Tests and adjusts components for optimal performance.
• Works independently in the field as required.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one (1) year's work experience involving mechanical repairs or a combination of relevant experience and equivalent technical education required.
• Experience using personal computers and basic typing skills required.
• Med Card and CDL preferred.
• MVR (required).

Skills and Competencies

• Intermediate engine, transmission, hydraulic, and electrical diagnostic, and repair skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills required.
• Basic computer skills required.

Behavior Standards

• Maintain a productive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner that upholds the values of the Thompson Tractor brand.
• Demonstrate that you can have a positive relationship with customers, clients, vendors, coworkers, and management.
• Proper and regular attendance required.

Safety Summary

• Working Conditions: Work typically normally performed in a Service Department shop or on location at customer job sites. Exposure to physical risk and all-weather conditions is associated with this position. Standing on hard surfaces for extended periods of time often required.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to speak, listen, read, write, and type effectively; Ability to reach, kneel, grasp, stoop, and perform repetitive motions; Ability to lift and carry items up to 75 pounds; Ability to climb on and around heavy equipment; Ability to drive during daytime and nighttime hours; Exposure to potential tripping, slipping, and falling hazards; Work in environments with job site-related hazards; Exposure to driving-related hazards; Ability to work effectively in stressful or high-pressure situations.

Job Training

• Area specific technical training.
• OSHA and MSHA required training.
• Vendor technical sites (Infocast, Liftnet, SIMSi, etc.).

Job Hazards

• Material handling lifting.
• Chemicals.
• Construction.
• Cranes and hoisting.
• Noise.
• Eyes.
• Slips and falls.
• Moving machinery.
• Stationary machinery.
• Respiratory.
• Laceration.
• Amputation.
• Strains and sprains.
• Heat exhaustion.