Reman Service Technician; non-office

Ponsse is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of cut-to-length forest machines. We are focusing on succeeding with our customers and oriented to people. We want to be the preferred partner for responsible forestry and to reach that we combine great people working together with high tech machinery and cutting-edge digital technologies.

Under limited supervision, the reman technician position performs technically challenging work in the repair of Ponsse machine components; performs related work as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge and ability to evaluate, tear down, rebuild, and test Ponsse components, including but not limited to:
• Engines
• Rotators
• Saw tensioners
• Transfer boxes
• Splitter boxes
• Differentials
• Slewing motors
• Cylinders
• DAFO systems
• SKF Grease systems
• Preheaters
• Disassemble machine components orderly manner and catalog the disassembled parts
• Assist or lead with cleaning of component parts
• Disassemble and rebuild components using service manual guidelines and procedures
• Basic understanding of SIS, IFS, and other software programs as needed
• Enroll in training opportunities as they are available and relevant

• Technical capacity
• Able to train and mentor other technicians
• Problem solving
• Works autonomously & in a team environment
• Discretion
• Highly organized
• Basic computer skills

The Reman Technician has limited supervisory responsibilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

This is a full‑time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This position requires minimal travel.

Two-year degree in heavy equipment technician program or three years of experience and/or training in heavy equipment repair and maintenance shop or any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers and other employees of the organization.
• Speak English fluently.

Ponsse is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Ponsse strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

All Ponsse employees, other workers and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits and termination of employment.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.