Technician (I) - Entry Level Heavy Equipment/Diesel Mechanic

Ready to level up your diesel mechanic skills and grow alongside a thriving company?

About the Role: As a Technician, you will be responsible for the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of a variety of diesel-powered vehicles and equipment, ensuring their safe and efficient operation. You will play a critical role in keeping customer and company owned equipment running smoothly by performing routine maintenance tasks, conducting inspections, and perform repairs as directed with efficiency and accuracy per company standards.

Business Operating Hours/Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm

In this role you can expect to:

1. Troubleshooting and Repair
1. Diagnose and repair basic mechanical problems, that may include but not limited to engines, transmissions, and other essential components of heavy machinery. 
2. Troubleshoot and repair basic electrical and hydraulic systems, ensuring the proper functioning of equipment with the guidance of senior technicians.
3. Perform basic maintenance and repairs on diesel engines, addressing issues related to fuel systems, exhaust, and emissions with the guidance of senior technicians.
2. Preventive Maintenance
1. Perform routine preventive maintenance of equipment to ensure it remains in rental ready condition.
1. Daily inspection, greasing, checking fluid levels, etc. 
3. Safety Compliance
1. Follow company safety and workplace policies and procedures.
2. Maintain a clean and safe work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)
4. Documentation

1. Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repairs, including parts used and work performed. 
2. Completion of work orders, inventory counts, etc.

1.  Supplemental
1. Participates in training programs for the development of skills and knowledge
2. Work effectively with all levels of the company -- Parts, Service, Sales, Rental
3. Meet Key Performance Indicator (KPI) requirements, including productivity, quality, and safety standards
4. Perform any additional tasks assigned by the Supervisor

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED, Technical or Trade School
• Acceptable Driving Record
• 5 Years of Experience related to gasoline, diesel, natural gas, and/or electrical equipment or any combination of training and experience that provides the desired knowledge & abilities. 

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and working collaboratively with a team
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently
• Ability to operate vehicles, tools, and equipment used for diagnostic purposes
• Ability to work in all forms of weather conditions.

Why Leppo?

Leppo Rents, a leader in the construction equipment sales and rental business, is dedicated to serving our customers’ equipment needs with the best products, the best support, and the best people available. We have been growing our coworker's careers since 1945 when our first store opened in Akron, OH. When you join Leppo, here are a few of the exciting things we can offer you:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance/AD&D, STD, and LTD. 
• 401K Plan Match
• 7.5 Paid Holidays,  2.5 weeks PTO your first year, and parental leave!
• Wellness Incentive Program Clothing Allowance
• Product & Service Discounts
• Performance-Based Quarterly & Annual Bonuses
• Celebration Luncheons and Milestone Anniversary Gifts

Company Culture:

Leppo Rents, a leader in the construction equipment sales and rental business, is dedicated to serving our customers’ equipment needs with the best products, the best support, and the best people available. We continue to receive awards for the best products and best places to work year after year. We do so because as a coworker of Leppo, we are all guided by the Leppo Way:

1. We Will Meet Our Commitments
2. We Will Be Thorough
3. We Will Make Good Decisions
4. We Will Ask Questions

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Leppo Rents is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are selected without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.

This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Leppo Rents is an at-will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason.