SR. FIELD MECHANIC

About the role

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Position Purpose

The Sr. Field Mechanic is an experienced, highly skilled mobile repair technician that performs repairs on many types of rental construction equipment. Examples of equipment range from earthmoving, aerial, landscaping, and material handling. The Sr. Field Mechanic performs a majority of repairs on a jobsite or in a mobile environment. Examples of repairs range from general repairs and maintenance, up to more complex repairs on hydraulic, electrical and diesel engines.

This position reports directly to the Rental Repair Supervisor (RRS). The Sr Field Mechanic also plays a key role in teaching and training other associates by passing on their in-depth rental repair and equipment knowledge.

The Sr. Field Mechanic is required to be on call with a rotating schedule, including nights and weekends and performs other duties listed on this job description as well as other duties assigned by the Rental Repair Supervisor.

The Sr. Field Mechanic is also referred to as a Sr. Field Rental Technician.

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Key Responsibilities

• 10% Communicate Operating Procedures - Provides expert knowledge to all Rental associates and customer in the proper operation of the equipment and standard operating procedures
• 70% Diagnose, Maintain and Repair Equipment - Diagnose, maintain and repair all components of the machine, including gas and diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, fuel systems, and brake systems
• 10% Document Work - Documents all work performed on tablet technology, including completion of work orders to capture parts usage and labor, performing parts inventory counts, etc.; Performs aerial lift inspections according to required checklist
• 5% Operate Forklift - Safely operates forklift to load, unload, and move equipment and materials in the shop and yard
• 5% Proper Storage and Disposal of Materials - Follows safety protocol, including proper storage of supplies and fuel, proper disposal of waste oils and fluids, and proper lifting and moving of materials and equipment

Direct Manager/Direct Reports

• This position typically reports to Rental Repair Supervisor
• This position has 0 Direct Reports

Travel Requirements

• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Physical Requirements

• Must continuously stand or walk or regularly requires lifting/handling/carrying material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).

Working Conditions

• Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, fumes or odors.