Job Title: Field Technician
Location: Mt. Vernon, IL
Department: Service
Reports To: Service Manager
Supervises:
Job Function:
Moderate to heavy physical effort; may be exposed to the elements (heat, cold, rain, snow); work in area with high voltage electricity, hazardous equipment and moving parts; work on second floors and other high places; ability to set up and climb ladders safely with tools and equipment necessary for assigned work; must be able to lift 80 pounds; must be able to walk, stand and stoop for an extended period of time (over 80% of the time); exposure to a variety of chemicals and dust daily.
Job Essential Duties:
- Diagnoses construction equipment repair needs and performs designated repairs on customer or company-owned machines as directed.
- Performs mechanical skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting.
- Performs preventive maintenance and general equipment upkeep.
- Uses diagnostic laptop computers, gauges, and instruments in all machine systems. Occasional operation of machine in the determination of repair need or repair assessment may occur.
- Complies with all OSHA and Erb Equipment Safety and Health rules.
- Participates in training programs and pursues certification levels in equipment repair.
- All other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or Senior Management.
Skills & Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalency required; trade/vocational school education strongly preferred.
- 3+ years experience in Heavy Industrial Equipment/Agricultural Equipment repair required.
- Proficiency with computers and diagnostic systems preferred.
