Heavy Equipment Technician - Hearst

Brandt • Hearst, CA

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Brandt is currently seeking a Service Technician for our Hearst Construction & Forestry location.

This position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of construction and forestry based equipment and attachments in a shop environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Efficiently and effectively evaluate the working condition of, diagnose, assemble / disassemble, order parts for, and repair heavy duty equipment
Use secondary materials and equipment safely and efficiently
Use related instruments, hand and power tools, secondary equipment, and computer systems
Accurately and completely document on work orders all machine information, actions taken, and time taken
Continually assess service task hazards and ensure work is performed safely, and to accepted standards
Use computer applications and information systems (i.e. John Deere Service Advisor) to document maintenance, inspection, and diagnosis
Use parts catalogues to locate parts, and order parts from parts personnel
Road test equipment and check attachment operation as required

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Required Skills

Must have the ability to communicate and work effectively with customers, the service team, and branch personnel

Outstanding knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

Proven computer and technical aptitude and knowledge for diagnostics and calibration work.

Demonstrated diagnostic skills to understand mechanical and technical equipment repair needs.

Strong time-management skills to perform effectively under pressure.

Strong communication skills, showing an appreciation of customer needs.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.

A commitment to high quality customer service with a strong people orientation.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Required Experience

Certified Journeyperson in the Heavy Duty Equipment technician trade or equivalent designated trade preferred

Previous mechanical experience in a heavy equipment environment considered an asset

Experience with electrical diagnosis / troubleshooting and aftertreatment systems considered an asset

Must be committed to customer service and service excellence

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About the Brandt Group of Companies

The Brandt Group of Companies — headquartered in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada — is a privately owned manufacturing and distribution company that serves a growing international audience in industries such as agriculture, construction, forestry, rail, mining, steel, transportation, material handling, and energy. The company has 5400+ employees and more than 170 locations in Canada, USA, Australia, and New Zealand. Brandt is one of Canada’s largest privately owned companies and is among an elite group of Platinum Club members of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.