Come work for one of the largest equipment dealers in North America.
Are you a Technician/Mechanic with diesel agricultural or heavy equipment repair experience? If so, then we want you on our team.
Technicians are at 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 2. This position will report to the Byron Center MI branch. This is a union position and will be part of Local 324.
A Shop Technician 2 must be familiar with and able to diagnose and repair any systems problem that occurs for the majority greater than 50 of equipment the Company sells. A Shop Technician 2 is qualified to successfully efficiently and accurately perform the cleaning maintenance visual inspection removal installation with the help of proper manuals report writing and the disassembly assembly parts reuse evaluation reconditioning ordering the correct parts measuring adjusting diagnosing testing troubleshooting and equipment failure analysis of their assigned Service department or specialized area with minimal technical assistance. Also a Shop Technician 2 may be asked to perform minor welding fabricating and machining repairs. A Shop Technician 2 must become Volvo Level 3 certified. Must be able to meet or exceed quoted labor for repairs related to this level with minimal rework.
Additional responsibilities of the position consist of but are not limited to:
We encourage our technicians to participate in our in-house training program allowing them to acquire additional skills in diagnosis and troubleshooting and further advance their career as a technician. Also company uniforms are provided.
Qualifications
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 including experience in the Military Guard or Reserve with an MOS or NEC code of 63B 63H 63S 63W 63Y 91B 91H 91L 91M or CM 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 clean driving record and valid drivers license to drive company vehicle Excellent mechanical aptitude with a solid understanding of the following systems engine power train hydraulics and electrical Possess own tools A positive attitude and high energy Computer programs - Microsoft Outlook Volvo VCADS Language Skills - Intermediate Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills - Basic Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10s and 100s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement volume and distance. Reasoning Ability - Intermediate Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Physical Demands
Work Environment
Physical Sensory Functions Regularly will stand walk use hands reach with hands Frequently will talk hear climb or balance stoop kneel crouch or crawl Occasionally will sit. Lift andor Move Functions Regularly will lift up to 25 pounds Frequently will lift 26 to 50 pounds Occasionally will lift from 51 to 100 plus pounds.
About Alta
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.
If you have a passion for excellence and are ready to make a difference within our organization, were ready for you. Whether its selling the worlds-best big iron rolling up your sleeves and servicing our industry-leading construction and material handling product brands or being a difference maker behind the scenes, we can use your skillset. At Alta Equipment Group, we believe in mutual respect and are committed to diversity while inspiring our employees to reach their maximum potential. Voted a Top Work Place USA, our employees across North America are committed to excellence. Its the Alta way. So lets start the conversation. Click the link to apply and begin the journey of a lifetime.
What We Look For
At Alta Equipment Group, we are looking for candidates who are a cultural fit with our organization and understand that every task and job goes toward fostering customers for life. Along with that a great attitude that embraces mutual respect and delivering a consistent high energy level that exudes a passion for excellence. Also we are searching for a skill set that has a high aptitude for the position with a continual focus on investing in ones profession through additional training and learning.
Other Opportunities at Alta
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Alta Equipment Group is an equal opportunity employer. This means we do not discriminate on account of age race religion color sex national origin ancestry citizenship height weight marital status familial status disability genetic information military status veteran status misdemeanor arrest record or membership in any other classification protected under applicable law. If you believe the Company has violated its equal employment opportunity policy in any way please contact recruitingaltg.com immediately.