What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Service Technician - Duluth, MN position at American State Equipment?
Field Service Technician - Duluth, MN
Founded in 1957, American State Equipment Co., Inc. is a family-owned and operated independent construction equipment distributor with three branches in Wisconsin, two locations in Minnesota, and a subsidiary in Illinois. We offer a wide variety of new, used, and rental heavy equipment as well as complete parts and service support to contractors and the industry.
American State Equipment is seeking a self-motivated Field Service Technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Inspect, troubleshoot and diagnose Construction equipment and Crushing/screening Equipment for needed repairs and perform designated repairs on customer or company-owned machines as directed. Repairs are made on, but not limited to LIEBHERR, ROADTECH, GOMACO, MANITOWOC, GROVE, and many other exceptional brands of equipment.
- Technician skills include, but are not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of construction, mining, paving, and lifting equipment.
- Preventive maintenance and general machine upkeep.
- Detection of faults through the use of diagnostic laptop computers, gauges, and instruments in all machine systems: electronics, hydraulics, power train, engines, and general machine performance is expected. Occasional operation of a machine in the determination of repair need or repair assessment may occur.
- Disassemble and assemble machines and components to the manufacturer's specifications through the use of hand tools, pneumatic tools, and any specialized tooling provided by American State.
- Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
- Research repair needs and order parts as needed.
Education/Experience
- High school education or GED equivalent required. Technical, vocational, trade school education or equivalent is a plus.
- Three to five years of experience troubleshooting, repairing and servicing heavy equipment
- Knowledge of basic tools and tool usage, including basic welding skills.
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment that requires multitasking while maintaining a high level of organization. Must demonstrate good, mechanical aptitude, excellent communication skills
- - both oral and written, good work habits, and self-motivation to perform at one's highest level.
Travel
- 25% or more
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here 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 essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the colleague is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, or hear; use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects or controls. The colleague may lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Disclaimer: Every position at American State Equipment includes other duties as required for the company to be successful. Not every duty is captured within the job description. This job description was captured at a point in time and duties and responsibilities will evolve. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
OUR TOTAL REWARDS OFFERING:
American State Equipment offers a competitive total compensation package and collaborative culture to help you succeed in your career. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, PTO, Paid Holidays, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability, and more.
