Shop Technician

Modern Machinery has immediate opportunities for a full-time, journey-level, highly motivated, self-directed Heavy Equipment Shop Service Technician.

Candidates must be well established in the heavy equipment repair and maintenance industry with at least two to three years of experience repairing and maintaining heavy equipment.

The hourly pay range for this position is: $30.00 to $51.00.

This is a non-exempt position and is eligible for overtime pay.

Required Skills/Job Requirements:



* Must demonstrate troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.


* Must be able to stand for long periods of time along with walking, climbing ladders and stairs, reaching, pulling, leaning, and twisting.


* Accurately complete DOT E-Logs and maintain compliance with DOT hours of service.


* Must be able to work well independently or with others in a team environment.


* Must be reliable, honest, and have a strong work ethic.


* Must have strong organizational and time management skills


* Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with customers and co-workers.


* Must be able to lift 75 lbs.


* Must own required tools.


* Ability to work overtime with minimal notice.


* Must be able to travel away from home.


* Strong computer skills.

Education/Experience:



* High School diploma required.

Associates or bachelor's degree in diesel technology or related field preferred and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience


* Minimum of two to three years of verifiable experience repairing heavy equipment


* Prior dealership experience is beneficial


* Experience with Komatsu as the primary equipment line is preferred


* Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, and Excel)



* Demonstrate Modern Machinery's core values and promote the mission and vision of the company.


* Follow all company policies, processes, procedures.

Exercise safe work practices to contribute to the achievement of the company's safety goals.


* Troubleshoot and repair all systems (electrical, hydraulic, A/C, power train, etc.) on Komatsu and other Modern Machinery affiliated product lines.
+ Operate equipment as needed to assist in locating and diagnosing the failure o Utilize hand and power tools and electronic diagnostic equipment
+ Read and interpret complex hydraulic and electrical schematics
+ Perform diagnostic testing and tuning of equipment


* Follow all safety rules and policies while performing all work assignments as specified in company handbooks.


* Assess parts to determine the cause of failure and/or their reusability.
+ Communicate with parts department personnel to order the necessary parts required to complete repair(s).


* Customer satisfaction is our priority at Modern Machinery; all customer inquiries must be handled promptly and in a professional manner.


* Complete and submi...