Rental Field Technician

　　Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783, USA

　　  Req #257

　　Thursday, January 4, 2024

　　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:

　　Company truck (parked at home each day)

　　Company fuel card

　　Company paid cell phone

　　Manufacturer technical training programs

　　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 rental field service diesel technician / mechanic with the classification of Rental Field Technician 2 for our Sault St Marie, MI branch. This is a union position and will be part of Operating Engineers Local 324.

　　A Rental Field Technician is qualified to successfully, efficiently, and accurately perform drain, refill, and change filters of various fluid compartments, to inspect and lubricate various equipment as required by their assigned service department, as well as perform general technician duties. A Rental Field Technician will service aerial platforms, compact equipment, small utility rental equipment (light towers, tools, etc.), and the complete line of rental equipment offered by the Company. Rental Field Technicians must be Volvo Level 3 certified and certified in aerial lift inspections. Rental Field Technicians will be required to maintain an Operators or Chauffeurs endorsement on their driver license and a clean driving record in accordance with the Company's insurance carrier's requirements.

　　Additional responsibilities of the position consist of, but are not limited to:

　　Complete inspections

　　Implementation of optional accessories

　　General repairs

　　Upkeep of the service truck

　　Responsible for the inventory of onboard parts

　　Incorporate Alta's Guiding Principles into daily activities

　　Performs other duties as assigned

　　Consistent, regular, and reliable attendance including being ready for work at the designated start time

　　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

　　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

　　Must have a clean driving record

　　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 10's and 100's. 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 se