Overview The Shop Technician I assumes a high level of responsibility early. Successful Shop Technicians are fast learners, self-motivated and independent workers. Shop Technicians receive intensive training in troubleshooting, technical procedures, and safety. Responsibilities Essential Responsibilities and Duties • Contributes to a positive work environment and promotes the vision, mission and values of BMC. • Completes all job responsibilities in a safe manner, promotes and champions a safe and healthy work environment. • Responsibilities include maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all types mechanical and hydraulic- and diesel-powered equipment. • Skill-level requirements vary from basic troubleshooting and preventive maintenance to component replacement. • Requires basic working knowledge of equipment operation and associated operating systems. • Requires basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic circuits/drawings/prints. • Ability to use diagnostic equipment (i.e., Cat ET, CAT-SIS) • Familiarization of electronic cables, connections and sensors. • Maintain, diagnose and repair a variety of equipment including; diesel engines, transmissions, drive train components, winches, high pressure pumps, centrifugal pumps, air compressors, microprocessor controls, electro-mechanical equipment, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, gearboxes, PTO's, 12/24v electrical systems, equipment cabs and controls, chassis and suspension, A/C systems etc. • Performs inspections required by company. • Installs and/or replaces new or reconditioned repair parts. • Tests equipment for proper operation. • Ensures total customer service. • Operates lifting devices. • Must complete proper paperwork as assigned. • Preparing parts requisitions, time cards, part returns, accurate and complete service reports and other necessary reports and forms. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Qualifications • High school diploma required. • 3+ years-experience maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing diesel equipment preferred. • Shift work, weekends and/or 24 hour call may be required. • Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques and proper repair procedures is required. • Must be able to read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics, operating and maintenance service manuals. • Organizational and time management skills required. Must have the ability to set and keep priorities and professionally handle the stress associated with dealing with a fast paced industry and deadlines. • Must be a Team player that is enthusiastic and hard working with the ability to complete work with minimal supervision. • High degree of interpersonal skills with excellent written and oral communication skills is required. • Must possess the personal discipline to establish the proper image as a representative of Blanchard with the ability to meet and work with the customer in a professional manner. • Strong problem solving skills and be detailed oriented with a high level of accuracy. • Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Working Conditions • The physical environment requires the employee to work primarily inside (non-climate controlled) throughout the day. • Required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to injury and/or hazardous materials. • Job requires standing, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, lifting. • Physical use of a broad variety of tools and machines in order to maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment. • Must be able to lift varied weight up to 50 lbs. unassisted. • Seeing, reading, and writing to complete job responsibilities. • Use of computer and other forms of technology to complete job responsibilities.