Technician - Preventive Maintenance Field

Technician/Mechanic Niles, Michigan


Description

Position at MacAllister Machinery

Join Our Team at MacAllister Machinery!
At MacAllister Machinery, we provide top-quality service and repair for equipment. We are currently seeking a motivated and skilled Preventative Maintenance Field Technician to join our team. You will have the opportunity to showcase your expertise and make a significant impact on our customers' success.
 
Why Join MacAllister Machinery:  
  • Positive and Inclusive Environment: 
    • Be part of a positive and inclusive work environment that fosters growth and development.
  • Supportive Team: 
    • Join a team that values collaboration and support, creating a rewarding workplace.
  • Access to Resources and Training: 
    • Enjoy access to excellent resources and training, empowering you to enhance your skills.
  • Competitive Compensation: 
    • Highlight any competitive salary or benefits package offered.
  • Professional Development: 
    • Mentor opportunities for continuous learning and career growth within the company.
  • Stability: 
    • MacAllister has been in business since 1945!

Position Summary

Technician performs scheduled preventative maintenance services on new and used heavy equipment in the field. Additional responsibilities include ordering needed parts, writing service reports, return of parts, assigning time to jobs and adhering to all safety regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Performs routine scheduled services for MacAllister customers in the field.
  • Completes all required reporting for service time in an accurate and efficient manner; this includes writing service reports, properly allocating time to each job, and tracking parts charged, and parts returned.
  • Maintains customer satisfaction by understanding customer needs and deadlines, attempting to complete scheduled service as safely, timely and accurately as possible.
  • Maintains company issued equipment and tools, keeping them in good working order.
  • Adheres to all safety rules and maintains good housekeeping (5S) in the shop area.
  • Keeps customers updated on work and provides a copy of the service report upon completion of job. Also advises customers of any issues detailed in the service report whenever possible as well as notifying the Service Writer.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge, skills, and abilities typically acquired through a high school education or equivalent. Technical background provided through a vocational school with studies in diesel equipment repair.
  • 3-5 years of mechanical experience with heavy equipment, preferably with Caterpillar. Strong working knowledge of hydraulics, power train and electrical systems.
  • Solid understanding of work area metrics and takes responsibility for improving metrics and results. Applies initiative, demonstrating a “self-starting” ability to daily work and proactively making improvements to the work process.
  • Exhibits good problem-solving skills; can identify problems, solicit other’s opinions, and offer valid solutions. Interprets and applies policies, procedures, and guidelines. Demonstrates a basic understanding of warranty administration. 
  • Responds to customer requests with a sense of urgency, treating customers as his/her highest priority. Takes personal responsibility with customers, keeping commitments and following through on requests.
  • Class B CDL with air brake endorsement.
  • Can project professionalism with both internal and external customers, including personal appearance along with friendly and courteous treatment of peers, subordinates, and customers.
  • A strong knowledge of the product and a good knowledge of the product market with a strong respect for the Caterpillar influence.
  • Can operate industry specific PC and main frame programs with a basic understanding of MS Word, Excel, and database systems.
  • The ability to work overtime and weekends.

The duties and responsibilities described here are not a comprehensive list, and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

All MacAllister Machinery companies are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including Disabled and Veteran applicants. 

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