Service Technician at Aspen Equipment, LLC

Posted in Installation - Maint - Repair 14 days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Ankeny, Iowa





Job Description:

Shop Service Mechanics typically work Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. In this position, you will troubleshoot and diagnose problems on various types of heavy equipment and make necessary repairs. This position will be located at the Ankeny, IA branch for Aspen Equipment and reports to the Branch Manager. *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

Shop Service Mechanics typically work Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.  In this position, you will troubleshoot and diagnose problems on various types of heavy equipment and make necessary repairs. 

This position will be located at the Ankeny, IA branch for Aspen Equipment and reports to the Branch Manager.

*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

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:


  • 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

  • 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 test sheet

  • Communicate with supervisor when there are problems on a job

  • 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

JOB REQUIREMENTS:


  • 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

  • Ability to work independently

  • Follow-through to complete on-going projects

  • 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

  • Experience being a mechanic in the heavy equipment industry strongly preferred.

HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:


  • Perform job functions in a safe manner.

  • Wear all Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) required by Company policy for the job being performed. 

  • Know and follow established job specific and facility wide safety and health procedures and rules.

  • Actively participate in safety and health training and demonstrate competency based on training received.

  • Bring safety and health issues, unsafe acts, and safety suggestions to management’s attention or correct those you can.

BENEFITS:


  • Competitive total rewards package including benefits and 401(k) beginning day one of employment

  • Continuing education and training opportunities, tuition reimbursement for those who qualify

  • Vacation and Holiday pay

  • Paid Parental Leave

And Much More!

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

This position will be required to work in an environment with exposure to elements such as extreme temperatures and various weather conditions, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.  While performing the duties of this job, the employees is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.  There is frequent lifting and/or moving of up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 





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