Mobile Hydraulic Hose Technician

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. is a leading distributor of heavy equipment and cranes in the central United States, at the forefront of today’s construction industry growth.

Benefits

• Above-average industry pay
• Comprehensive benefits package (including medical, dental, vision)
• 401K plan with company match
• Generous PTO package and paid holidays
• Short- and long-term disability
• Growth opportunities and paid training
• Family-owned and operated
• Health and wellness programs

About the Role

Responsible for removing and replacing worn or ruptured hydraulic hoses and refilling the hydraulic reservoir as needed.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and supports the Kirby Smith vision and core values of One Mission, One Team, One Plan, One Goal
• Fabricates and/or replaces hydraulic hoses
• Fabricates new hoses as it relates to the installation of new attachments and ensures proper routing of the hoses
• Responds to customer needs in a positive, professional, and timely manner to ensure maximum value for the work performed
• Follows standard operating procedures
• Maintains paperwork documentation of work performed in a complete and timely manner daily
• Learns and understands the various thread types as well as the vast array of hoses used in different pressure, media, and ambient environments
• Ensures inventory on the truck is valuable and organized
• Keeps the truck organized, clean, and properly maintained
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned
• Ensures consistent and reliable on-site attendance

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of relevant experience
• Excellent customer service skills
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Pushing, pulling, lifting, or carrying up to 50 pounds without assistance
• Physical ability to squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb, and reach overhead
• Must be able to work in extreme heat or cold and/or wet, damp, dusty, or windy conditions
• Must tolerate exposure to typical noises, hazardous materials, and fumes/odors associated with the shop
• Physical ability to perform maintenance on equipment for extended hours with continual mounting and dismounting throughout the workday
• Ability to adhere to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individual PPE in a functional condition

This is considered a safety-sensitive position.