Field Service Mechanic
Ankeny, IA
Hourly Rate: $28.00-$38.00 (based on experience)
Field Service Mechanic will troubleshoot and diagnose problems on various types of heavy equipment and make necessary repairs to the equipment. Work may be split between onsite at the shop and in the field at customer locations. Company truck is supplied for field work and on occasion may require overnight travel. Typical hours Monday-Friday 6AM-3:30PM.
*Candidates hired for this role will receive a $3,500 sign on bonus, payable after 90 days continuous service; and be eligible for our Tool Reimbursement Program of up to $1,500 per calendar year.
Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot problems on various pieces of equipment based on customer explanation
- Diagnose the problem using knowledge of hydraulics and electronics repair
- Operate hand tools & equipment
- Initiate ordering of necessary parts to make the repairs
- Complete required paperwork
- Check that all functions are correct
- Check for leaks and loose fittings
- Check that tolerances and torque specs are correct
- Test pressures and record them on the sheet
- Communicate with supervisor when there are problems on a job
- Assist in scheduling daily tasks and promote future work to meet utilization requirements
- Will have direct customer interaction and communication
- Make recommendations for changes in procedure or job functions that are considered to be in the general interest
- Perform other job-related duties assigned by management
Requirements
- Applicant will need a current Federal Medical Examination Card
- Strong mechanical aptitude-technical understanding of hydraulics, electrical and primary functions of a broad range of equipment used in our industry
- Knowledge of basic hydraulics and 12 volt electrical systems
- Knowledge of wiring stop/start systems and ability to use programmer
- Knowledge of sizes of fittings and hydraulic hoses
- Able to operate saw for cutting steel
- Able to operate plasma cutter
- Able to use oxygen/acetylene torch
- Ability to adjust pressures and reliefs
- Basic math skills
- Ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics
- Mechanical design and/or practical experience in hydraulics, structural or mechanical layout
- High level of Mechanical Aptitude: Ability to understand fundamentals of mechanical systems as related to the commercial truck industry
- Technical college degree desired, or structured on the job training program successfully completed
- 2 years experience in field service of heavy equipment
Benefits
- Competitive total rewards package including benefits and 401K beginning day one of employment
- Continuing education and training opportunities: tuition reimbursement for those who qualify
- Vacation and Holiday Pay