Field Service Technician - Heavy Equipment Service - Base Salary to 37.00/hour - Bloomington, IN
Our client is an established heavy equipment distributor seeking an experienced Field Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy construction equipment at customer locations throughout the assigned service territory. This position focuses on field diagnostics, mechanical repairs, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting of diesel-powered equipment, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and related components.
Responsibilities:
Diagnose, inspect, troubleshoot, recondition, and repair heavy construction equipment and components at customer locations.
Perform mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on heavy equipment.
Identify equipment malfunctions, determine necessary repairs, and communicate service recommendations to customers.
Perform preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and component replacements to maintain equipment performance and reliability.
Document diagnostic findings, completed repairs, labor hours, materials used, and service recommendations through work orders and service reports.
Identify opportunities to recommend dealership maintenance and service programs to customers.
Participate in technical training covering heavy equipment systems, manufacturer service procedures, and equipment diagnostics.
Maintain assigned service truck, diagnostic tools, repair equipment, and parts inventory.
Follow established equipment maintenance, workplace safety, and field service procedures.
Qualifications:
5+ years of heavy equipment experience, including hands-on equipment maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, or repair.
Technical school certificate or equivalent hands-on work experience.
Experience diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment mechanical systems and components.
Knowledge of heavy equipment operation, diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and mechanical components.
Experience troubleshooting equipment failures and identifying appropriate repair procedures.
Basic computer proficiency for electronic work orders, service documentation, data entry, and internet navigation.
Ability to perform field service assignments at customer locations with minimal supervision.
Ability to travel throughout the assigned service territory and work a flexible schedule.
Ability to meet company driving requirements in accordance with applicable laws.
Compensation:
Base salary (paid hourly) in the 27.00 - 37.00/hour range
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance.