Service Technician

Service Technician – Hiab USA

To perform service (preventive maintenance, safety checks, corrective actions, upgrades and refurbishment) on equipment at assigned Hiab locations in line with Managers' instructions. Responsible for contributing to productive customer relationships as well as following Best Practice in all administrative and technical activities.

• Technical and product knowledge
  • Staying up to date with technical developments shown in internal service bulletins and following technical courses when instructed by the District Service Manager applicable to equipment.
  • Staying up to date with technical specifications of relevant equipment.
• Managing the customer
  • Respond to the customer in a way instructed by the District Service Manager to maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Follow Hiab Customer Satisfaction Guidelines.
• Risk management
  • Protect self and others.
  • Follow applicable safety rules, agreed working practices and environmental requirements.
  • Alert District Service Manager if equipment safety is jeopardized due to any reason.
  • Respect and protect Hiab and third‑party property (tools, vehicles, facilities, equipment) and business activities.
• Service process
  • Inspect, troubleshoot, report, plan and then conduct service or repair as instructed by the District Service Manager.
  • Submit regular reports in the format specified by the District Service Manager.
  • Keep adequate records and maintain documentation in line with agreed standards.
• Commercial Awareness and Cost Effectiveness
  • Plan and manage time and resources for maximum benefit of Hiab and the customer.
  • Make judgments about the most cost‑effective and efficient approach to providing service.
  • Maintain documentation to ensure accurate invoicing to the customer.
  • Manage and protect the security and traceability of spare parts.
• New business opportunities
  • Recognize sales opportunities and communicate to the District Service Manager.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Provide feedback to the District Service Manager to support continuous quality improvement.
  • Participate in innovative thinking about ways to improve service efficiency.
  • Coach/tutor junior colleagues and trainees as necessary.
  • Conduct self at all times in a way that promotes a positive image of the Hiab brand and follow rules of the Quality System.
  • And other duties, as assigned.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a 1‑year DOT Medical Card is required for this position.
• Mobile, adaptable and able to work in variable physical site conditions.
• Qualification from higher vocational school (below Graduate/BSc level) in at least one of the following: mechanical engineering, hydraulics, electrics and electronics or equivalent due to experience.
• Working technical knowledge related to all Hiab product lines (mechanicals, hydraulics, electrics, electronics) as required.
• Working knowledge of diesel engines and hydraulic drive systems.
• Fluent in local language and working knowledge of English, spoken and written.
• Operator licences for all equipment used in line with local regulations.

• Maintain records in compliance with terms and conditions of agreements.
• Know and understand company policies and procedures related to safety, quality and customer service.

• $3000 sign‑on bonus.
• Employees‑First lifestyle: all of us experience ease, empowerment and excellence every day at work.
• Comprehensive benefit package (health, vision, dental).
• Voluntary life/disability insurance from day one.
• 401(k) program with 6% company match.
• Personal time off and company‑paid holidays.
• Opportunities for career growth and competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Paid training, boot allowance, company mentoring program, tuition reimbursement for job‑related continued education, referral program.
• Possibility of company cell phone, laptop and/or credit card for business purposes.