Operating Technician

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment at customer sites
• Perform routine inspections and services on equipment
• Responsible for the safe operation of refractory Tearout equipment including, but not limited to, LAG, Gradall, and KT Grant machines
• Complete pre-shift inspections before operating equipment and grease equipment at the start of each shift
• Complete required work orders accurately using company maintenance management software
• Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction by understanding and addressing customer needs and time constraints
• Respond to service calls timely and efficiently
• Follow all safety policies and procedures and use required PPE properly
• Be on time for scheduled shifts and punch in and out on the BULK clock-in platform
• Maintain a clean and safe work and break room environment
• Abide by all BULK safety and operational procedures, as well as any mill-mandated safety procedures and requirements
• During downtime, assist with any minor maintenance requirements and housekeeping as per the CBA
• Create parts lists when needed and communicate with site management and/or purchasing department
• Maintain certifications required for specific or specialized work, and licenses required to operate service vehicles
• Keep company assets such as vehicles, laptops, diagnostic & specialty tooling in working order
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• 1-3 years’ experience of operating Heavy Equipment (straight boom excavators and refractory demolition experience preferred)
• 1-3 years of mechanical experience with heavy equipment and strong working knowledge of hydraulics, powertrain, electronic/electrical systems, diesel, etc. preferred
• Must be self-driven and motivated
• Able to independently diagnose issues without assistance (electrical & hydraulic systems)
• Must be able to weld (stick, MIG, TIG, air arc)
• Strong familiarity with hydraulics
• Ability to check and set system pressures
• Practical troubleshooting mindset required
• Familiar with computer programs used to trace wiring and hydraulic schematics
• Knowledgeable with track machines
• John Deere equipment experience preferred, but not required
• Familiarity with Volvo engines
• Understanding of DEF systems (exhaust and emissions)
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record
• Has experience running tearout machines including LG and Gradall
• Able to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Physical Demands

• Prolonged standing, walking, and manual dexterity are required
• The employee will also need to bend, climb, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and lift/move up to 50 lbs.

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

From $28.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience

• Powertrain: 3 years (Preferred)
• Electrical systems: 3 years (Preferred)
• Diagnostic systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Heavy Equipment: 3 years (Required)
• Hydraulics: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute

Crawfordsville, IN 47933 (Required)

Work Location

In person