Columbus Equipment Company is hiring: Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Waste Handling

Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Waste Handling

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Overview

Columbus Equipment Company is a family-owned business with ten locations, committed to being the best in equipment, product support, customer service, and overall experience. We value our employees and customers as our most important assets.

Responsibilities

• Complete on-the-job and classroom training in the mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components of the product line and associated repair/service procedures to be successful as a mobile tech.
• Uphold Columbus Equipment Company safety commitment as well as any safety requirements of the customer.
• Determine overall condition of machines through inspections and provide maintenance.
• Diagnose issues with hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Restore equipment to working order through component replacement and/or repair.
• Exhibit positive and effective communication and interaction with other Columbus Equipment Company associates, vendors, and customers.
• Keep current on record-keeping, parts ordering/inventory, basic contract provisions with respect to product warranties, and customer invoicing.
• Utilize operators and parts & maintenance manuals in determining procedures and identifying parts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years prior experience with repairing and maintaining Heavy Equipment.
• Related experience: truck-mounted hydraulic utility equipment such as aerial devices, digger derricks, chippers, cranes, or other construction/mining/farm equipment; military heavy equipment; aircraft/ground support equipment repair.
• Must possess a strong work ethic and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong history of superior human relation skills.
• Proficient computer and software skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to pass a Pre-Employment Criminal Background screening and DOT Drug Test.
• Physical effort is required to move objects and service-related tools that may weigh up to 75 pounds; frequent stooping, bending, squatting, and kneeling are required to service and repair equipment.
• Current valid Driver’s License, able to pass periodic physical examinations as required by the U.S. Department of Transportation and/or Columbus Equipment Company.
• Manage stress in a fast-paced environment.
• Required to use computers and office machines.
• Must be able to use hand and power tools properly and safely.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K
• Vacation and PTO
• STD, Life, and Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Tailored Training
• Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement
• Succession Pathway

Job Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Construction