Brandeis Machinery & Supply Company is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky. Brandeis is one of the largest construction and mining equipment distribution networks in the United States. We have 9 branches throughout Kentucky, Indiana, & portions of West Virginia. Brandeis offers the most complete line of mining and construction equipment and services available.
- Full Benefits Package – competitive pay rate with overtime available
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401K with Company match
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Paid Holidays, Personal Time Off
- Company Service Truck provided
- We offer a stable and positive work environment that values integrity and respect for others.
Job Summary: The technician will perform repair work on a wide variety of equipment ranging from complete machine overhauls to minor repairs such as fixing leaks, changing fluids and filters. Other types of repairs may include rebuilding components such as engines, transmissions, hydraulic cylinders, and hydraulic pumps. Some locations have test equipment to dyno test engines, hydraulic pumps, and transmissions. Installations may include undercarriage on track machines, attachments on plumbing excavators for hammers or scalers; quick coupler attachments on loaders, excavators, and backhoes.
Responsibilities:
Perform daily and operational activities in the service department to include the following, but not limited to:
- Troubleshoot equipment problem/diagnose failure
- Perform diagnostic functions, check pressures, check voltage, locate source of noise or vibration
- Disassemble machine, order parts, make repairs, assemble machine, check machine operation, make sure repairs are complete, and confirm the problem is fixed; the unit has no leaks and is work-ready
- Clean parts, scrape gaskets, prep for assembly
- Responsible for a company vehicle and will travel daily
- Maintain safety and cleanliness of work environment
- Travel to job sites and vendor training sessions as needed
- Overtime as needed
Qualifications:
- Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent; a 2-year technical degree or comparable military training is preferred
- Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the heavy equipment industry or a related field
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Excellent written and oral communication and basic mathematical skills.
- Proficient with a computer, including the use of Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and diagnostic use using manufacturer-provided programs.
- Must have a good working knowledge of equipment operations and mechanical functions, electrical and hydraulic systems, and how they are integrated
- Ability to stoop, kneel, push, pull, twist, and carry and lift up to 70 lbs.
- Ability to climb and perform work at heights of 20 feet
- Able to work in all types of weather conditions
- Capable of working with limited supervision/self-starter
- Maintain excellent customer service
- Must be able to pass a background, physical, and drug screen
Apply online with your resume attached or on the company's website.
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