Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

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Welcome to one of the largest equipment dealers in North America! Are you a Technician/Mechanic with diesel, agricultural, or heavy equipment repair experience? If so, we want you on our team! Technicians are the backbone of our organization; therefore, we provide them with the tools and resources to be successful.

• Manufacturer technical training programs
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tool insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Benefits will be administered through the local Union
• Competitive wages
• Company uniforms provided

Our construction equipment group is seeking a full‑time resident heavy equipment shop service diesel technician / mechanic with the classification of Shop Technician to service our general product lines with a focus on power systems, but will also work on all makes/models for our product portfolio. This position will report to the South Elgin, IL branch and is a union position as part of Operating Engineers Local 701.

• Diagnose and repair any systems problem that occurs for the majority (greater than 50%) of equipment the company sells.
• Perform cleaning, maintenance, visual inspection, removal, installation, disassembly, assembly, parts reuse evaluation, reconditioning, ordering the correct parts, measuring, adjusting, diagnosing, testing, troubleshooting, and equipment failure analysis of assigned service department or specialized area.
• Perform minor welding, fabricating, and machining repairs as required.
• Meet or exceed quoted labor for repairs related to this level, with minimal rework.
• Complete inspections.
• Implement optional accessories.
• General repairs.
• Incorporate Alta's Guiding Principles into daily activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain consistent, regular, and reliable attendance and be ready for work at the designated start time.

• Four years of previous heavy equipment or over the road (OTR) repair experience is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of previous power systems repair experience is required.
• Volvo Penta engine experience is highly preferred.
• Previous mechanic repair experience (forklift, heavy equipment, diesel, automotive) and military or reserve experience with MOS or NEC codes (63B, 63H, 63S, 63W, 63Y, 91B, 91H, 91L, 91M or CM) is beneficial.
• Strong working knowledge of power train and generation systems.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to work after hours as needed.
• Must have a clean driving record and a valid driver’s license to drive company vehicle.
• Possess own tools.
• A positive attitude and high energy.
• Computer proficiency – Microsoft Outlook, Volvo VCADS.
• Language skills – intermediate reading and interpreting documents, writing routine reports, speaking to groups.
• Mathematical skills – basic arithmetic with units of American money and weight/volume/distance.
• Reasoning ability – intermediate level, applying common sense to instructions and problem solving.

• Physical/Sensory Functions:
  Regularly stand, walk, use hands, reach; frequently talk/hear, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; occasionally sit.
• Lift and/or Move Functions:
  Regularly lift up to 25 lbs; frequently lift 26‑50 lbs; occasionally lift 51‑100+ lbs.
• Work Environment:
  Regularly near moving mechanical parts; frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions; occasionally in wet or humid conditions (non-weather), risk of electrical shock, vibration.

Culture is Job #1. Alta Equipment Group prides itself in living by our Guiding Principles:
Invest in the Best, Passion for Excellence, Customers for Life, Mutual Respect and One Team. More than an equipment company, Alta is an innovator of solutions, delivering diverse products and unrivaled support centered on building lasting customer relationships. We believe in mutual respect and are committed to diversity while inspiring our employees to reach their maximum potential.

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