Shop Technician

Job Description

Modern Machinery has immediate opportunities for a full-time, journey-level, highly motivated, self-directed Heavy Equipment Shop Service Technician. Candidates must be well established in the heavy equipment repair and maintenance industry with at least two to three years of experience repairing and maintaining heavy equipment. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

The hourly pay range for this position is: $30.00 to $51.00.

This is a non-exempt position and is eligible for overtime pay.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401k/Roth Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Participation in Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Bereavement & Parental Leave)
• Gym Membership Reimbursement Program
• Family Scholarship Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Virtual Mental Health & Tele Medicine Benefit
• Company Paid Life Insurance & Disability Benefits
• Additional Supplemental Insurance (Term Life, Accident & Critical Illness and Voluntary Vision)

Modern Machinery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Demonstrate Modern Machinery’s core values and promote the mission and vision of the company.
• Follow all company policies, processes, procedures. Exercise safe work practices to contribute to the achievement of the company’s safety goals.
• Troubleshoot and repair all systems (electrical, hydraulic, A/C, power train, etc.) on Komatsu and other Modern Machinery affiliated product lines.
  • Operate equipment as needed to assist in locating and diagnosing the failure.
  • Utilize hand and power tools and electronic diagnostic equipment.
  • Read and interpret complex hydraulic and electrical schematics.
  • Perform diagnostic testing and tuning of equipment.
• Follow all safety rules and policies while performing all work assignments as specified in company handbooks.
• Assess parts to determine the cause of failure and/or their reusability.
  • Communicate with parts department personnel to order the necessary parts required to complete repair(s).
• Customer satisfaction is our priority at Modern Machinery; all customer inquiries must be handled promptly and in a professional manner.
• Complete and submit assigned work order reports, time entry and all other paperwork daily.
  • When appropriate compile any additional documentation necessary for completeness.
• Assist other technicians on large repairs or projects.
• Attend and participate in appropriate training(s).
• Most of your time will be spent in the shop; however, you may be expected to work in the field from time to time. This may require overnight stays in motels and the management of an expense account.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Service Manager or Foreman.

The responsibilities 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. Responsibilities, duties, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Must demonstrate troubleshooting and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time along with walking, climbing ladders and stairs, reaching, pulling, leaning, and twisting.
• Accurately complete DOT E-Logs and maintain compliance with DOT hours of service.
• Must be able to work well independently or with others in a team environment.
• Must be reliable, honest, and have a strong work ethic.
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with customers and co‑workers.
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs.
• Must own required tools.
• Ability to work overtime with minimal notice.
• Must be able to travel away from home.
• Strong computer skills.

• High School diploma required. Associate's or bachelor’s degree in diesel technology or related field preferred and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of two to three years of verifiable experience repairing heavy equipment.
• Prior dealership experience is beneficial.
• Experience with Komatsu as the primary equipment line is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, and Excel).