Shop Service Technician

Overview

Shop Service Technician role at MGX Equipment Services located at the Lee's Summit, MO branch for Aspen Equipment and reports to the Branch Manager.

• Troubleshoot problems on various pieces of equipment based on customer explanations
• Diagnose the problem using knowledge of hydraulics and electronics repair
• Operate hand tools and equipment
• Initiate ordering of necessary parts to make the repairs
• Check that all functions are correct
• Check for leaks and loose fittings
• Check that tolerances and torque specs are correct
• Test pressures and record them on the test sheet
• Communicate with supervisor when there are problems on a job
• Make recommendations for changes in procedure or job functions that are in the general interest
• Perform other job-related duties assigned by management

• Strong mechanical aptitude – technical understanding of hydraulics, electrical and primary functions of a broad range of equipment used in our industry
• Knowledge of basic hydraulics and 12-volt electrical systems
• Knowledge of wiring stop/start systems and ability to use programmer
• Knowledge of sizes of fittings and hydraulic hoses
• Able to operate saw for cutting steel
• Able to operate plasma cutter
• Able to use oxygen/acetylene torch
• Ability to adjust pressures and reliefs
• Basic math skills
• Ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics
• Ability to work independently
• Follow-through to complete on-going projects
• Mechanical design and/or practical experience in hydraulics, structural or mechanical layout
• High level of Mechanical Aptitude:
  Ability to understand fundamentals of mechanical systems as related to the commercial truck industry
• Experience being a mechanic in the heavy equipment industry strongly preferred

• Perform job functions in a safe manner.
• Wear all Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) required by Company policy for the job being performed.
• Know and follow established job specific and facility wide safety and health procedures and rules.
• Actively participate in safety and health training and demonstrate competency based on training received.
• Report safety concerns and follow safety guidelines on the job.

• Competitive total rewards package including benefits and 401(k) beginning day one of employment
• Continuing education and training opportunities, tuition reimbursement for those who qualify
• Vacation and Holiday pay
• Paid Parental Leave
• And more

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position will be required to work in an environment with exposure to extreme temperatures and various weather conditions, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.

The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. There is frequent lifting and/or moving of up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The Manitowoc Company, Inc. was founded in 1902 and has over a 120-year tradition of providing high-quality, customer-focused products and support services to its markets. Manitowoc is one of the world s leading providers of engineered lifting solutions. Manitowoc, through its wholly-owned subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, markets, and supports comprehensive product lines of mobile hydraulic cranes, tower cranes, lattice-boom crawler cranes and boom trucks under the Grove, Manitowoc, National Crane, Potain and Shuttlelift brand names.

EOE / DISABLED / VETERAN