Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

The Heavy Equipment Shop Technician is responsible for providing high-quality repair service on equipment to respond to customer needs in a positive, caring, and timely manner. The role involves working safely, following safety policies and procedures, and completing related paperwork accurately and timely. The technician will work with minimal supervision, removing and installing parts, disassembling and assembling components, and testing and adjusting assemblies.

What You Will Do

Complete assigned jobs and tasks to meet flat rate times and re-work metrics. Work safely and follow all Riggs safety policies and procedures. Complete related paperwork and access databases required to complete job (work order, parts order, JSA, DBS, SIMS, SIS web, BMTS) accurately and timely.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position requires the ability to provide accurate information to management for quoting. The technician must be able to obtain or currently possess adequate tooling to perform all assigned duties. The role requires flexibility to work various schedules, including shift work, required overtime, and on-call.

Requirements

• General knowledge of engines, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic systems and components.
• General knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, laptops, diagnostic software, and cranes and rigging equipment.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training.
• Clean driving record and the ability to obtain CDL within 90 days of hire for field assignment.
• Must be at least 21 to be assigned and operate field vehicle.
• Will be certified prior to operating a forklift and/or man lift.
• May be required to complete DOT physical.
• May require MSHA certification.