Shop Service Technician 4 - Engine

About the role

Department: Machine Division (MAC)

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: San Antonio

Reporting To: John Roder

Responsibilities

• Model, promote, reinforce, and reward the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with Vision, Values, and Mission.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and failures.
• Disassemble and assemble machine components to manufacturer’s specifications using hand tools, pneumatic tools, and specialized tooling.
• Rebuild, repair, recondition, and maintain equipment and components.
• Demonstrate good customer relations and support; communicate customer needs to shop management.
• Plan and control cost of repair jobs.
• Complete parts orders and identify parts for return.
• Provide task‑ and behavior‑oriented mentoring and training to others.
• Maintain all equipment and work areas in good, clean, and orderly condition.
• Complete all documentation associated with repairs in a timely manner.
• Work safely at all times and adhere to all applicable safety policies, company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Work overtime as required by workload and customers’ needs.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, e.g., ProTech Technician Training Paths.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Seven or more years of experience with diesel‑powered or natural‑gas‑powered industrial engines (preferred).
• Ability and knowledge to read and use schematics and diagrams (preferred).
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Graduation from a diesel technology program (preferred).
• No supervisory responsibilities.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of machines and tools, including design, use, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of industrial engines powered by diesel or natural gas and related components such as turbos and transmissions.
• Proficiency with current computer software, related hardware, and machine electronic systems.
• Quality control analysis: conducting tests and inspections to evaluate quality or performance and communicating findings.
• Operation and control of equipment or systems.
• Equipment selection: determining appropriate tools and equipment for a job.
• Ability to operate a conventional forklift and an overhead crane.
• Ability to quickly and repeatedly operate machine or vehicle controls to exact positions.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and mechanical repair equipment.
• Fine motor skills for precise manipulation of very small objects.
• Reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
• Listening and understanding spoken information.
• Basic mechanic hand and pneumatic tools (metric/standard) required or to be acquired.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move objects and use abdominal and lower‑back muscles without fatigue.
• Frequent handling of materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Constant movement and use of limbs; good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina required.
• Ability to ascend/descend ladders or equipment using both hands and feet.
• Capability to work safely underneath equipment.
• React to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms, and perform visual inspections.

Work Environment

• Regular indoor work around moving mechanical parts.
• Exposure to weather extremes when working outside (inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity).
• Noise level may be loud at times.
• Potential exposure to small quantities of chemicals, dust, steam, high‑pressure water, and high‑speed rotating equipment.
• Requirement to wear common protective or safety equipment.
• Work in cramped spaces and/or at heights.

Travel

Some travel is expected for this position.