The Home Depot
Mobile Service Technician
Req162547
Must reside within 20 miles of Albany, NY
Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00 to 4:30
The Mobile Service Technician (MST) is responsible for maintenance and repairs on light construction equipment (skid steers, chippers, trenchers, mini‑excavators, etc.) at The Home Depot stores or customer job sites in the vicinity. The MST makes routine visits to each store to inspect all equipment, document the status of each unit, perform all required preventive maintenance, and complete work orders for maintenance and repairs. This position reports directly to the next-level manager for their region.
Key Responsibilities
10% Communication – Trains Home Depot store associates and customers in the proper operation of the equipment and large equipment operating procedures. Adhere to all safety requirements particular to equipment including Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
40% Compliance: Safety & Department of Transportation – Maintain Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) certifications. Maintains accurate parts inventory in vehicle or shop location. Maintains accurate fleet inventory and transfers equipment between locations. Maintains vehicle compliance to company, federal and drivers standards of performance Deploys new equipment to store locations, including performing PDIs, delivering to the store, and training store associates on the operation of the equipment.
50% Maintenance – Responsible for maintaining a fleet of rental equipment at a set of store locations or customer job sites, with a particular emphasis on preventive maintenance.
Receives direction from their region in planning and aligning short-term and long-term goals.
Makes routine store visits to perform inspections and preventive maintenance on all units at each store.
Inspects equipment for rental readiness, safe operation, and store appearance standards.
Performs minor repairs on equipment.
Responds to service calls and orders parts needed for equipment maintenance and repairs.
Utilizes company technology platform to document all work performed on equipment, including labor and parts.
Assists with equipment deliveries and pick‑ups as required.
Performs other tasks assigned by the leader.
Direct Manager / Direct Reports
This Position typically reports to Regional Field Operations Manager
This Position has "0" Direct Reports
Travel Requirements
Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.
Physical Requirements
Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.
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.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be twenty-one years of age or older.
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must meet DOT medical certification requirements. Working conditions include significant physical demands such as lifting from the waist, lifting from the shoulder, prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, crawling underneath equipment, climbing on top of equipment, and reaching and stretching. The environment will require repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements. Occasionally, employees will be required to work at heights.
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to negotiate, handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances with both internal and external customers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
1 or more years of experience servicing construction equipment (preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, minor mechanical repairs)
Light construction equipment maintenance knowledge and/or skills including small engines and hydraulics
Ability to read and understand technical repair and parts manuals for equipment, including mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and other components.
Experience, ability, and desire to provide superior customer service
Valid driver's license
Familiarity with inventory management
Working knowledge of handheld technology (smartphone, laptop, tablet)
Ability to work effectively with different personality types and all levels of associates
Ability to work independently
Ability to operate in extreme outdoor working conditions
Ability to adapt to unforeseen circumstances, including weather, traffic, and others
Strong work ethic
Minimum Education
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of an associate's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
Preferred Education
No additional education
Minimum Years Of Work Experience
3
Preferred Years Of Work Experience
No additional years of experience
Minimum Leadership Experience
None
Preferred Leadership Experience
None
Certifications
None
Competencies
Action Oriented
Being Resilient
Values Differences
Communicates Effectively
Customer Focus
Manages Conflict
Resourcefulness
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Other
Industries Consumer Services
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Must reside within 20 miles of Albany, NY
Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00 to 4:30
The Mobile Service Technician (MST) is responsible for maintenance and repairs on light construction equipment (skid steers, chippers, trenchers, mini‑excavators, etc.) at The Home Depot stores or customer job sites in the vicinity. The MST makes routine visits to each store to inspect all equipment, document the status of each unit, perform all required preventive maintenance, and complete work orders for maintenance and repairs. This position reports directly to the next-level manager for their region.
Key Responsibilities
10% Communication – Trains Home Depot store associates and customers in the proper operation of the equipment and large equipment operating procedures. Adhere to all safety requirements particular to equipment including Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
40% Compliance: Safety & Department of Transportation – Maintain Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) certifications. Maintains accurate parts inventory in vehicle or shop location. Maintains accurate fleet inventory and transfers equipment between locations. Maintains vehicle compliance to company, federal and drivers standards of performance Deploys new equipment to store locations, including performing PDIs, delivering to the store, and training store associates on the operation of the equipment.
50% Maintenance – Responsible for maintaining a fleet of rental equipment at a set of store locations or customer job sites, with a particular emphasis on preventive maintenance.
Receives direction from their region in planning and aligning short-term and long-term goals.
Makes routine store visits to perform inspections and preventive maintenance on all units at each store.
Inspects equipment for rental readiness, safe operation, and store appearance standards.
Performs minor repairs on equipment.
Responds to service calls and orders parts needed for equipment maintenance and repairs.
Utilizes company technology platform to document all work performed on equipment, including labor and parts.
Assists with equipment deliveries and pick‑ups as required.
Performs other tasks assigned by the leader.
Direct Manager / Direct Reports
This Position typically reports to Regional Field Operations Manager
This Position has "0" Direct Reports
Travel Requirements
Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.
Physical Requirements
Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.
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.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be twenty-one years of age or older.
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must meet DOT medical certification requirements. Working conditions include significant physical demands such as lifting from the waist, lifting from the shoulder, prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, crawling underneath equipment, climbing on top of equipment, and reaching and stretching. The environment will require repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements. Occasionally, employees will be required to work at heights.
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to negotiate, handle complaints, settle disputes, and resolve grievances with both internal and external customers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
1 or more years of experience servicing construction equipment (preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, minor mechanical repairs)
Light construction equipment maintenance knowledge and/or skills including small engines and hydraulics
Ability to read and understand technical repair and parts manuals for equipment, including mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and other components.
Experience, ability, and desire to provide superior customer service
Valid driver's license
Familiarity with inventory management
Working knowledge of handheld technology (smartphone, laptop, tablet)
Ability to work effectively with different personality types and all levels of associates
Ability to work independently
Ability to operate in extreme outdoor working conditions
Ability to adapt to unforeseen circumstances, including weather, traffic, and others
Strong work ethic
Minimum Education
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of an associate's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
Preferred Education
No additional education
Minimum Years Of Work Experience
3
Preferred Years Of Work Experience
No additional years of experience
Minimum Leadership Experience
None
Preferred Leadership Experience
None
Certifications
None
Competencies
Action Oriented
Being Resilient
Values Differences
Communicates Effectively
Customer Focus
Manages Conflict
Resourcefulness
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Other
Industries Consumer Services
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