Service Technician

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and locate mechanical deficiencies on Heavy Equipment as assigned by the service manager.
• Proper use of diagnostic equipment.
• Determine extent of necessary repairs including identifying major powertrain overhaul needs.
• Prepare orders for required services.
• Source and order parts as needed.
• Repair and/or replace all components of diesel engines, hydraulic, air conditioning, electrical, and suspension systems, drive trains, steering, braking, material handling, and operator comfort systems.
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical information from schematics, technical manuals, drawings and procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Perform welding and brazing, fabricate and modify parts, equipment, miscellaneous structures and attachments.
• Keep service manager informed on special parts orders, shortages and malfunctions.
• Complete all work orders (including warranty information) and time sheets in a legible, accurate, and timely manner.
• Maintain a current knowledge of products, technology and models by participating in educational opportunities, reading technical and regulation publications.
• Work as part of a team, offering and seeking assistance when needed.
• Help control expenses and produce as much quality work as possible.
• Help maintain cleanliness, neatness and safety of personal workspace, building and lot.
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to company safety program at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Customer Service Responsibilities

• Ensure every customer is satisfied with the products, services and support of all staff.
• Resolve customer’s concerns efficiently and effectively.
• Promote a positive attitude at all times.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Exhibit Birkey’s high level of customer service on a daily basis.
• Acknowledge appreciation of clients and customer.