Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician/Mechanic

Who We Are

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc.

is a leading distributor of heavy equipment and cranes in the central United States.

We are at the forefront of today’s construction industry growth and have several exciting job opportunities for talented, energized professionals across the region who want to join our #WeAre1KirbySmith family!

Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician / Mechanic Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Vacation
• Short / Long Term Disability
• 401 K with Company Match
• Growth Opportunities
• Paid Training
• Family-owned and Operated
• Health and Wellness
• Above-Average Industry Pay

Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician / Mechanic Specific Benefits

• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
• Uniforms and Safety Toed Boots provided
• Highly productive shop
• Career advancement opportunities - promotes from within
• Continued education, manufacturer hands-on and web-based training
• Clean and professional work environment
• Apprenticeship Program
• Competitive Wages
• Company-paid Accident Insurance

Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician / Mechanic Position Purpose

The Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician operates a mobile service vehicle and travels to customer locations to perform in-field repairs on various brands of construction equipment.

This will include diagnosing, parts ordering, technical report writing, maintaining care of company assets, and proper communication with others.

This individual must be able to perform quality work as efficiently and profitably as possible.

Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician / Mechanic Essential Functions

• Communicates and supports the Kirby Smith vision and core values of One Mission, One Team, One Plan, One Goal
• Performs field repairs and maintenance with little or no direct supervision
• Diagnoses and evaluates problems with equipment and make repairs using established guidelines in accordance with established flat rates
• Plans methods and sequence of performing assigned repairs
• Models safe work habits and abides by all safety policies and procedures at all times
• Keeps rework within established guidelines
• Makes overnight stays on or near job sites when required
• Completes required paperwork efficiently and timely
• Attends factory and other training as specified by supervisor
• Maintains service truck in good working condition and keeps it clean
• Exhibits professional demeanor at all times with customers, managers and colleagues
• Promotes goodwill with customers and exhibit excellent customer relations behaviors
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician / Mechanic Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Ability to speak, read and write in English
• Two (2) years continuous experience in diagnosing and repairing construction equipment
• Ability to read complex hydraulic and electrical schematics
• Basic computer knowledge
• Furnish and maintain a set of hand tools and any special tools required by company
• Ability to work overtime, stay overnight, and work on the weekend when needed
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license; CDL if required

Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician / Mechanic Physical Requirements :

• Pushes / Pulls / Lifts / Carries up to 100 pounds without assistance
• Physical ability to squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb, and reach overhead
• Ability to work in extreme heat or cold and wet, damp, dusty, or windy conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noises, hazardous materials, and fumes / odors
• Physical ability to perform maintenance on equipment for extended hours with continual mounting and dismounting throughout the workday
• Ability to adhere to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individual PPE in a functional condition

This is considered a Safety-Sensitive position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination / harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.