Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic; PM

Overview

Dobbs Equipment is seeking an experienced Preventative Maintenance Service Technician. This position is responsible for performing high-quality lubrication and periodic maintenance service work on heavy equipment, to respond to customer needs in a positive, caring, and timely manner and to ensure maximum value for work performed. (Other duties may be assigned).

• Perform high-quality lubrication and periodic maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Follow safety rules and regulations, maintaining a safe work environment.
• Work independently with limited supervision.
• Correctly service equipment with proper fluids and filters.
• Complete machine inspections.
• Build strong customer service relations.
• Handle customer problems objectively and tactfully.
• Prepare all required reports and forms.
• Report additional work needed to the Service Manager.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Bring to attention any tools, equipment, or vehicles that are not serviceable or unsafe.
• Participate in training programs as directed.
• Present a professional image of the dealership.
• Report to work on time, as scheduled.
• Ability to work up to 12‑hour days, varying shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Operate company vehicles and comply with motor vehicle safety laws.

• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment maintenance and operation.
• Ability to perform basic repairs using special tools following Technical Manual procedures.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely.
• Associate degree or equivalent from a two‑year college/technical school, or a minimum of 2 years related experience (preferred).
• Stay current with technical changes.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Current product knowledge of John Deere and competitive products.
• Forklift certification (preferred).
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent time‑management skills.
• Self‑management and self‑motivation.
• Flexible schedule (including weekends or overtime).
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write diagnoses and work reports.
• Ability to apply common sense in following written, oral, or diagram instruction.
• Skill in disassembly, assembly, and repair of components and machines.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and measurements.
• Quick learner with creative thinking.
• Overnight travel less than 5% (training).
• Bilingual language skills (a plus).

The employee regularly works in a service shop setting, exposed to frequently changing temperatures, wet or humid conditions, noise, vibration, fumes, odors, dust, and close proximity to moving mechanical parts.

The job requires continuous use of personal protective equipment such as respirators, welding shields, hard hats, vests, safety glasses, goggles, and gloves. The employee must use full range of motion for back, arms, hands, fingers, legs, and shoulders, including climbing, twisting, squatting, and pushing. Frequent lifting or carrying loads greater than 50 lbs but less than 75 lbs is required. Adequate vision (close, distance, color) and ability to hear at moderate noise levels are necessary.

Dobbs Equipment is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer. We provide an environment free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation, and make employment decisions based on qualifications and performance, without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy status, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Dobbs Equipment is an Equal Opportunity and At‑Will Employer.

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