Rental Quick Turn Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform rental turns and preventive maintenance on the rental fleet.
• Inspect equipment for damage and operational function; change oil filters, lube equipment, and replace parts.
• Read and use maintenance manuals to assist in repairs.
• Notify the Service Manager of suspected customer damage immediately upon identification.
• Notify the Service Manager immediately of any work hazards, accidents, injuries, or near‑miss incidents.
• Inform the Service Manager of spare‑parts requirements or when using stock parts from inventory for equipment repair.
• Follow the equipment‑repair priority list established by the Service Manager.
• Open work orders as needed.
• Maintain a clean, well‑organized workstation and yard; spend at least 15 minutes per day on housekeeping.
• Complete all management requests, special assignments, or projects within the specified time.
• Ensure all approvals are received prior to placing orders.
• Complete quality‑control service tags when inspecting rental equipment and ensure 100 % of inspected units have a tag attached.
• Assist other technicians when needed.
• Wash equipment when required.
• Assist customers with loading and unloading equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude and a desire to fix machinery.
• Previous forklift operating experience is a plus.
• Ability to stay organized and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Team player who is enthusiastic, hard‑working, and able to complete work with minimal supervision.
• High degree of interpersonal skills with strong communication abilities.
• Professional representation of Blanchard Machinery: punctuality, courteous communication with customers and team members.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Proficiency with computers and related software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb unassisted and perform physical tasks such as standing, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, and turning.
• Willingness to work varying shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to use personal protective equipment and work in cramped spaces or at height.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with profit sharing.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Uniforms provided.
• Exposure to world‑class CAT training and development.
• Friendly and supportive work environment.
• Continuous exposure to learning and new technologies.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Contribution to a positive work environment that promotes the company’s vision, mission, and values.
• Emphasis on safety and a healthy work environment.

Schedule

Ability to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Working Conditions

The role is primarily indoors in a non‑climate‑controlled environment around moving mechanical parts. Employees must work in cramped spaces and at heights, using personal protective equipment to guard against small quantities of chemicals, dust, steam, high‑pressure water, and high‑speed rotating equipment. The job requires standing, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, and lifting up to 50 lb unassisted, as well as the use of a broad variety of tools, machines, and computer technology to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment.