Shop Technician, Compact Construction Equipment

Founded in 1914, Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer with over 2400 employees across 30+ locations in Minnesota, Iowa and northern Missouri. Since day one, Ziegler has had the same philosophy—if the customer is successful, then Ziegler will be successful. We provide employees with a great work environment, the right tools for career development, competitive benefits, work/life balance, and ongoing professional development and training.

About the role

Full-time, experienced Technician to work on compact construction equipment and Allied equipment at our Dayton location.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $27.00 to $45.00 per hour. Starting wage is dependent on skills, experience, education, and location. Pay range may vary by 10% depending upon the applicant’s location.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 15 days of PTO your first year (accrual starts day 1)
• 9 paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with company contribution and match
• HSA (Health Savings Account)—Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each year
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• FSA & EAP
• Paid Parental Leave & Funeral Leave
• Fitness membership discount
• Education Assistance
• Safety Boot Reimbursement, PPE & Uniforms provided
• Tool Insurance
• Safe, clean, and friendly work environment

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair equipment including skid steers, compact wheel loaders, mini hydraulic excavators, multi-terrain loaders, aerial lifts, tele-handlers, among other light and medium construction equipment
• Assist in preparing new equipment for rent or sale
• Document work orders in a complete and timely manner to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction
• Work safely at all times, following company policies, procedures, and standards
• Work collaboratively and assist other technicians as needed regarding troubleshooting repairs
• Participate in ongoing training to enhance mechanical skills and grow product knowledge

Requirements

• 2-year technical degree or high school diploma/GED and several years of comparable shop mechanic experience
• 2+ years of relevant diesel equipment repair experience preferred
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, transmissions, undercarriage, track systems, components, electrical, and fuel systems; working on Caterpillar is a plus but not required
• Ability to write and communicate effectively and interact with supervisors, customers, and team members
• Basic computer skills to document work orders and utilize online diagnostic systems
• Own mechanic tool set
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment
• This role is deemed safety sensitive and requires the ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug test

Minimum Physical Requirements

• Push/pull up to 50 lbs
• Lift/carry up to 60 lbs
• Lift bulky objects
• Standing, walking, using hands, talking, hearing, neck rotation, trunk rotation, stair climbing, ladder climbing, repetitive bending, kneeling, sustained squat, forward reaching, overhead reaching, supine overhead reaching, crawling, bin lift, high steps, fingering/grasping—able to use bolt box

Working Conditions

May be indoor and/or outdoor. Noise level may be loud at times.