Shop Technician - Rental Store

Overview

The Rental Store Shop Technician is responsible for adhering to safety standards while performing minor repairs, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting on Thompson Rents equipment including engines, hydraulics, transmissions, and electrical components. Duties include disassembly and reassembly, adjustments for optimal performance, and effective use of service information systems. The role also involves timely ordering and returning of parts, independent work in the shop, and proper testing of components.

A valid driver's license is required.

• Adheres to and follows all applicable and required safety standards and procedures.
• Plans and performs minor repairs using correct tools and procedures.
• Performs tasks on engines, hydraulics, transmissions, and electrical components: remove and install; disassemble and reassemble; minor adjustments as needed for service.
• Performs preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrates proper use of service information systems.
• Orders and returns parts for assigned jobs in a timely manner.
• Tests and adjusts components for optimal performance.
• Works independently in the shop as required.
• Must have a valid driver s license to be eligible for hire.

Uphold the Core Values of Safe and Secure, Stronger Together, and People of Integrity, Driven to Serve.

• Maintain a productive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner that upholds the values of the Thompson Tractor brand.
• Demonstrate that you can have a positive relationship with customers, clients, vendors, coworkers, and management.
• Proper and regular attendance required.

Education

High school diploma or the equivalent

Experience

• A minimum of one (1) year s work experience involving mechanical repairs or a combination of relevant experience and equivalent technical education required.
• Experience using personal computers and basic typing skills required.
• Med Card and CDL preferred.
• MVR required.

Skills and Competencies

• Intermediate engine, transmission, hydraulic, and electrical diagnostic and repair skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills

Job Training

• Area specific technical training
• OSHA and MSHA required training
• Vendor technical sites (Infocast, Liftnet, SIMSi, etc.)

• Work typically performed in a Service Department shop.
• Exposure to physical risk and all-weather conditions.
• Standing on hard surfaces for extended periods of time often required.

• Speaking
• Listening
• Writing
• Typing
• Reaching
• Kneeling
• Grasping
• Stooping
• Lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Climbing ladders
• Climbing earthmoving equipment
• Crawling under equipment

• Material handling lifting
• Chemicals
• Construction
• Cranes and hoisting
• Noise
• Eye hazards
• Slips and falls
• Moving machinery
• Stationary machinery
• Respiratory risks
• Laceration
• Amputation
• Strains and sprains
• Heat exhaustion

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Thompson Tractor is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.