Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic

Overview

Repair, diagnose, maintain heavy equipment on-site as a Field Service Technician.

Key Responsibilities

• tool maintenance
• safety compliance
• diagnostics
• performance testing
• record keeping
• component replacement

Tasks

-Maintains and cares for the shop tools and equipment. -Ensures work is performed safely and safe work procedures are followed throughout the department. -Maintains assigned service vehicle in areas of cleanliness, daily maintenance, and inspections. -Check and report any shortages and malfunctions to the Service Manager. -Reads job order and observes and listens to equipment in operation to determine malfunction and plans work procedures. -Helps ensure that our new and used whole goods are in good working conditions. -Represent the dealership as a professional Service Technician at all times. -Tests unit for conformance with operating requirements such as specified horsepower and lifting performance. -Maintain records and account for all time, parts, work orders and supplies used in repairing and servicing both customer and dealership equipment. -Participate in service training programs required for development of skills and knowledge. -Installs fuel injection nozzles and pumps, changes, or recharges batteries, and replaces transmissions, hydraulic systems, and component parts. -Reads schematics demoting operating specifications for unit or component and type of evaluation required. -Removes, replaces, and repairs tires, undercarriages, and earth moving and timber harvesting attachments. -All employees are expected to adhere to the safety policies of Dobbs Equipment and the clients for whom we work. -The employee is frequently required to lift or carry loads greater than 50 lbs but less than 75 lbs. -Report to Service Manager any additional work required to ensure proper operation and safety of equipment. -Develop skills in disassembly, assembly and repair of components and machines. -Fabricates special lifting or towing attachments, hydraulic systems, shields, or other devices according to blueprints or schematic drawings. -Lubricates moving parts and drives repaired equipment to verify conformance to specifications. -Continues to work on revenue producing work as needed. -Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments while maintaining a safe work environment and safe work habits. -Examines protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on equipment, and makes adjustments. -Stay current with technical changes.

Requirements

• forklift cert
• associate degree
• mechanical systems
• hydraulic systems
• problem solving
• driver license

What You Bring

-Ability to write diagnosis and work completed on routine reports and correspondence. -Maintains current product knowledge of John Deere and competitive products. -Ability to communicate effectively with teammates. -Valid Driver’s License and maintain a clean driving record. -Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. -Able to use full range of motion for both legs, including climbing, twisting, squatting, and pushing with both legs. -Must be able to self-manage/self-motivate. -Ability to use full range of motion for back, arms, hands, and fingers. -Able to climb onto or down from mobile construction equipment, typically 3-4 feet of climbing, for service and inspection. -Forklift Certification (preferred). -Quick learner with the ability to think out of the box. -Bilingual a plus. -Ability to operate company vehicles and follow all motor vehicle state safety laws -Excellent time management skills. -Strong problem-solving skills. -The employee is regularly required to talk or hear at moderate noise levels. -Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or a minimum of 2 years related experience and/or equivalent combination (preferred). -Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. -Ability to work up to 12-hour days, varying shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed. -Knowledge of industrial equipment maintenance and operation. -Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. -Ability to work using Personal Protective Equipment, including respirators, welding shields, hard hats, vests, safety glasses, goggles, gloves and etc. -Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and color vision. -Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. -Overnight travel less than 5% (Training). -Able to use hand tools, fuel hoses, lubrication systems on all equipment -Ability to perform basic repairs and required maintenance using special tools and equipment following Technical Manual procedures -Ability to operate heavy equipment safely.

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Benefits

-Flexible schedule (sometimes weekends or overtime).

About Dobbs Equipment, Llc

-Founded with a mission to provide high-quality heavy equipment for large-scale projects. -Known for offering a diverse range of machinery and equipment for construction, mining, and industrial sectors. -Has built a solid reputation as a trusted partner for infrastructure and transport projects. -Specializes in providing tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of heavy civil and industrial clients. -Collaborates with key players in various sectors, including government and large enterprises. -Offers innovative equipment options, ensuring maximum efficiency and productivity on job sites. -Continues to expand its footprint with a focus on meeting the evolving demands of the industry.

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