Shop Technician II

About the role

The Shop Technician I - Compact assumes a high level of responsibility early. Successful Shop Technicians are fast learners, self-motivated, and independent workers. Blanchard Machinery Company is committed to fostering a high-performance work culture with challenging work opportunities that inspire high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to a positive work environment and promotes the vision, mission, and values of BMC.
• Completes all job responsibilities in a safe manner, promotes and champions a safe and healthy work environment.
• Maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all types of mechanical, hydraulic, and diesel-powered equipment.
• Performs tasks ranging from basic troubleshooting and preventive maintenance to component replacement.
• Requires basic working knowledge of equipment operation and associated operating systems.
• Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic circuits/drawings/prints.
• Ability to use diagnostic equipment (i.e., Cat ET, CAT-SIS).
• Familiarization with electronic cables, connections, and sensors.
• Maintain, diagnose, and repair a variety of equipment including:
  • Diesel engines
  • Transmissions and drive train components
  • Winches
  • High-pressure pumps and centrifugal pumps
  • Air compressors
  • Microprocessor controls and electro-mechanical equipment
  • Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  • Gearboxes and PTOs
  • 12/24v electrical systems
  • Equipment cabs and controls
  • Chassis and suspension
  • A/C systems
• Performs inspections required by the company.
• Installs and/or replaces new or reconditioned repair parts.
• Tests equipment for proper operation.
• Ensures total customer service.
• Operates lifting devices.
• Completes proper paperwork as assigned, including:
  • Preparing parts requisitions
  • Time cards
  • Part returns
  • Accurate and complete service reports
  • Other necessary reports and forms
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• 3+ years of experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing diesel equipment preferred.
• Shift work, weekends, and/or 24-hour call may be required.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques and proper repair procedures is required.
• Must be able to read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics, operating, and maintenance service manuals.
• Organizational and time management skills required; ability to set and keep priorities.
• Must professionally handle the stress associated with a fast-paced industry and deadlines.
• Must be a team player who is enthusiastic, hardworking, and able to complete work with minimal supervision.
• High degree of interpersonal skills with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must possess the personal discipline to establish the proper image as a representative of Blanchard and work with customers professionally.
• Strong problem-solving skills and detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Working Conditions

• Works primarily inside (non-climate controlled) throughout the day.
• Required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to injury and/or hazardous materials.
• Job requires standing, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, and lifting.
• Physical use of a broad variety of tools and machines to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment.
• Must be able to lift varied weight.
• Seeing, reading, and writing to complete job responsibilities.
• Use of computer and other forms of technology to complete job responsibilities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401K and profit sharing.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Uniforms provided.
• Exposure to world-class CAT training and development.
• A friendly and supportive work environment.
• Continuous exposure to learning and new technologies.
• Opportunities for advancement.