Field Service Technician - Heavy Construction Equipment - Baschmann Services Inc.

Field Service Technician - Heavy Construction Equipment

At Baschmann Services, we specialize in the sales, rental and service of construction and aggregate equipment. We've been in business since 1986 and this year, became part of Contractors Equipment Companies - a family owned and operated business with 100 years in the industry. We are a team inspired by a positive culture to build exceptional customer experiences. With growing customer service demands, we are also growing our team. This is an opportunity to become part of something big!

Working at Baschmann Services

The ideal candidate will have the in-depth product knowledge and experience to effectively diagnose, troubleshoot and repair heavy construction equipment - including but not limited to mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems on excavators, wheel loaders, drill rigs, portable crushing and screening plants, hydraulic breakers and road wideners. Qualified candidates will have the ability to analyze and resolve problems in the field, independently and in a safe, timely, and professional manner - providing exceptional service and performing high-quality repairs.

We offer competitive pay, annual tool allowance, uniforms, fully-vested retirement plan with company contribution, simple IRA, premier health insurance with a portion covered by Baschmann Services, dental insurance, paid time off and New York State paid sick leave.

Pay: Starts at $30 - $34 per hour, depending on experience.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, Day Shift. Role requires field work with overtime opportunities in the field.

Job Type: Full-Time

Relocation Assistance: Available to candidates who move for this opportunity

Job Responsibilities

Essential duties include, but are not limited to:

• Diagnosing, repairing, cleaning, reconditioning and maintaining customer and company equipment and components in the field
• Effective troubleshooting and diagnosis of complex technical problems independently - identifying problems and cause of failure through logical troubleshooting steps
• Removing, disassembling, assembling, and installing components and parts - ensuring proper performance and compliance with manufacturer specifications
• Documenting and reporting work performed to service management
• Completing service calls (emergency or routine) that occur in addition to their normal work schedule
• Performing related duties as assigned

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in the technical diagnosis, repair and maintenance of heavy equipment.
• Previous Field or Road Technician experience required.
• Experience with Kobelco, Hitachi, Kawasaki, Sandvik and/or Anaconda heavy equipment preferred but not required
• A diploma from a heavy equipment repair trade school preferred but not required
• Prior experience rebuilding diesel engines, transmissions and hydraulic pumps
• Ability to troubleshoot complex after treatment exhaust systems
• Ability to be self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented and consistently meet deadlines without direct supervision
• Effective listener and communicator (verbal and written) with diverse groups of people at all levels including leadership, team members and customers
• Dedicated to being part of a company where team members at all skill levels are able to perform at their best every day
• Must have own full set of tools to perform work safely and effectively
• Stays current with trends in heavy equipment and related technologies
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Work Environment

• Role involves daily travel and work in the field, as well as occasional work in a shop environment. Candidates hired into this role are expected to maintain safe work practices at all service locations.
• Candidates hired into this role will be exposed to various hazardous materials, outdoor weather conditions and will work near moving and rotating machinery daily.

Physical & Mental Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to safely operate a service vehicle
• Perform extensive standing, walking, bending, stooping and use of hands
• Frequent talking, hearing, kneeling, crouching and crawling
• Utilize the tools, machinery and testing equipment required for all duties
• Effectively work with laptop diagnostic tools and use other computer programs
• Effectively read, understand and utilize technical manuals, hydraulic and electrical schematics
• Effectively complete tasks in a noisy environment
• Effectively apply established protocols in a timely manner

If you have these skills, we encourage you to apply today!

Baschmann Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.