HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
Abele Tractor & Equipment company is seeking heavy equipment technicians (apprentices to master technicians) to join our growing business. Technicians are responsible for performing preventative maintenance, repair and setup of rental, customer and new equipment. Equipment includes but not limited to excavators, bulldozers, wheeled loaders, articulated haul trucks, telehandlers, rollers, compact machinery, tractor’s and backhoes.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Service equipment to ensure proper working order
- Diagnosis and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and hydraulic failures on equipment
- Test and confirm that proper repairs are made, ensure that all safety features work properly
- Communicate with customers and supervisors regarding service work
- Complete all duties efficiently and in a timely matter
- Document repairs for service reports
- Perform other tasks as requested by supervisor
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Mechanically inclined individuals who are interested in on-the-job training with ability to advance
- Individuals with heavy equipment, off road diesel engine experience a plus
- Ability to read and comprehend electrical and hydraulic schematics
- Must be able to multi-task in a faced paced environment
- Must have own tools
- Punctual and reliable attendance
Hourly rate based on experience and certifications. Benefits include a competitive wage, health, vision, dental, disability insurance, life insurance, 401K, and accrued sick time.
If this sounds like you and you'd like the opportunity to join our team, please email us at kellyt@abeletractor.com
Call us at 518-438-4444 or stop into our facility at 72 Everett Road in Albany, NY.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Albany, NY 12205: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Mechanical knowledge: 3 years (Required)
- Diesel Mechanic: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person