Mechanic – Component Specialist – Construction Equipment

Mechanic – Component Specialist – Construction Equipment JOB PROFILE

The Mechanic – Component Specialist position is responsible for evaluating system conditions by combining experience, troubleshooting, operator information & visual indicators. Performs repairs needed to system component(s) (i.e., Fuel Systems, Drive Train, etc.). This is a skilled technician position working largely independently or with guidance from service mentors. The Mechanic – Component Specialist reports to the Service Shop Manager, and serves customers located in the company service shop.

• Diesel engine, construction equipment and/or truck engine training through accredited technical schools or relevant military experience preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two or more years of previous hands-on equipment and/or engine experience, diagnostics and troubleshooting experience working diesel powered construction equipment or truck engines.
• Able to work standard five-day work schedules, including daily overtime, and occasional weekend hours as required.
• Must possess a complete set of basic mechanical hand tools, including drives, sockets, and wrenches.
• Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, adaptability, and a strong customer service focus.
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and self-initiative, and the personal drive to be successful.
• Demonstrate technical knowledge of construction equipment and/or engine mechanical failures.
• Demonstrated analytical problem-solving skills.
• Possess and maintain a current, valid state driver’s license. CDL may be required for some field positions.

The Mechanic – Component Specialist should be able to read and interpret technical instruction, service and safety manuals, company policies and procedures. Works with mechanical, hydraulic, and electric/electronic schematics and wiring diagrams; and demonstrates proficiency in the use of test equipment. The position is responsible for high quality repair service on equipment and engines, responding to customer needs in a positive, safe, and timely manner, and ensuring maximum value for work performed.

• Know and follow all Company and customer safety rules, including maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly work area, fully participating in Company accident prevention and safety improvement activities.
• Must have the physical ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including protective glasses, protective gloves, and protective clothing and footwear as required by the job.

• Respond to all customer requests in a professional and courteous, timely and responsive manner.
• Maintain a clean, professional personal appearance at all times, meeting all Company standards for professionalism.
• Keep the Manager continually apprised to assist in answering customer questions and problems when necessary.

• Supports the organization’s mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: honesty, integrity, and respect while delivering high quality solutions and maintaining a positive attitude and a safe work environment.
• Accepts responsibility for mistakes or problems. Maintains “ownership” of assigned tasks.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and a high level of personal credibility and integrity with customers, management, and dealership co-workers.
• Must be dependable. Consistently arrives at work on time when scheduled, fully ready to work.
• Maintain company and product confidentiality.
• Attend and participate in all meetings, training, and activities as required.
• Adhere to all Company policies and departmental procedures and rules.
• All other duties as assigned.

• All locations offer clean, safe working conditions; however, the position may work in situations where hazards may be present. Therefore, a detailed knowledge of equipment and engines is a must as well as a demonstrated proficiency in service and repair of equipment using standard safety procedures.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Must be honest, reliable, and dependable, and display a positive attitude.
• Must be able to work well under occasional pressure or within work standards and…