What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aggregate Technician position at GES?
DESCRIPTION:
Do you want the opportunity to work on some of the countries coolest aggregate equipment? GES is looking for mechanically inclined people to join our team as Aggregate Technicians. Our Aggregate Technicians work on various aggregate processing equipment such as, rock crushers, screens, washing equipment, mobile tracked equipment, conveyors and more. Technicians have training opportunities available through manufacturers, inhouse and various jobsites across North America. They use their keen sense of mechanical knowledge to perform repairs, maintenance, and diagnostics to be able to keep our loyal customers running. If you’re looking to start your career in the industry with limited nights and weekends, competitive pay and work for a company that values their employees, apply today!
STARTING WAGE RANGE IS $29-$45/HOUR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE
SUMMARY:
This individual, working closely with the Shop Foreman in Fargo, ND, is responsible for the safe, effective, and efficient repair of machinery and components at high levels of quality on a wide variety of aggregate equipment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Builds knowledge of dealer supported product lines, service standards, and procedures
- Can perform field repairs and maintenance jobs with minimal supervision
- Basic testing knowledge of all machine systems
- Can repair and recondition all aggregate equipment components and systems
- Develops and employs diagnostic related reasoning skills
- Responsible for operating heavy construction equipment in a safe manner
- Completes all paperwork required and assists in the collection of data necessary for efficient inventory control
- Attends local, regional, national service schools as requested
- Maintains a clean and safe working environment as well as cares for shop tools, equipment and vehicles
- Maintains close, positive working relationships with service, parts and administrative personnel
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Minimum 2-year Diesel Technology or Automotive Technology degree or equivalent experience
- Obtains or is willing to obtain a Class A CDL License and ability to maintain an insurable driving record
- Minimum welding/fabrication experience helpful
- Must have or willing to obtain own hand tools, up to and including a ¾ drive set
ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Must share our Core Values: Do the Right Thing, Be Curious, Have Passion, and Be Innovative.
- Works in an efficient and effective manner contributing to departmental and product line goals
- Excellent customer service skills both internal and external as a representative of General Equipment
- Must have a positive mental attitude and able to work with minimal supervision
- Organizational skills with ability to effectively manage multiple projects
- Must be personable, highly motivated, a problem solver, reliable, ethical, and able to adapt to all forces around them – customers, suppliers, coworkers, and manufacturers
- Should have solid equipment and mechanical knowledge and strong diagnostic skills
- Must be willing to travel as there may be occasional overnight field service work
NATURE AND SCOPE OF JOB:
- Occasionally lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 100 pounds and/or frequently lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 50 pounds and/or continuous lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 20 pounds.
- Occasional to frequent walking or standing
- Frequent and continual movement as follows, often several of movements simultaneously (i.e. handle while crouching, carry while kneeling):
- Kneel (bend legs at knee, come to rest on knees)
- Crouch/Squat (bend down and forward, bending legs & spine)/Crawl (on hands, knees, and feet)
- Climb (ascend/descend ladders, stairs, ramp, or step up on or down from equipment/trailer)
- Stoop (Bend downward and forward at waist)
- Lift (raise or lower object > 25 pounds from one level to another)/Carry (transport an object)
- Push (press with steady force, move forward, downward, outward)/Pull (drag or tug objects)
- Turn/twist (move a body part in circular motion)
- Bend (bend downward and forward by bending the spine at waist)
- Reach (extend hands and arms in any direction)/Handle (seize, hold turn with hands)
- Repetitive motion of wrists, hands, and fingers
- Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate equipment.
- Consistently exposed to weather conditions, fumes, and loud noise.
The duties described above are the general nature and levels of work performed but are not intended to be a complete comprehensive list of all the duties, activities, and responsibilities required of job incumbents. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Salary : $29 - $45
