Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

Heavy Equipment Shop Technician - Heath, OH (Union Branch)

Join a Team Committed to Your Growth and Excellence

Southeastern Equipment has evolved-with cutting-edge technology, dedicated leadership, and continued commitment to our core values. We're growing aggressively and offering incredible opportunities for skilled technicians to thrive-whether you're hands-on with tools or aiming for a leadership role.

Why Join Southeastern?

• OPPORTUNITY: Career paths in management, training, and mentoring available.
• EDUCATION: Ongoing certifications and development to help you grow-wrenching or not.
• COMPENSATION: Experienced, manufacturer-trained technicians can start at $35.00+ per hour.
• BENEFITS: Overtime at time-and-a-half, full union benefits (Heath, OH is a union branch, membership required).
• CHALLENGE: Work with 80+ lines of equipment and attachments.
• STABILITY: Join a company with a strong culture and aggressive growth plans.

Position Summary

As a Shop Technician, you'll perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on a wide range of heavy equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety. You'll work closely with other team members and departments, use the latest diagnostic tools, and have access to continuing education.
Primary Responsibilities

Equipment Diagnostics & Repair

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues.
• Complete repairs to factory standards and safety protocols.
• Provide clear documentation of needed parts and communicate with parts and service departments.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Ensure repairs are completed within estimated timeframes or notify the manager promptly.

Documentation

• Complete 3C documentation (Complaint, Cause, Correction) in electronic work order system.
• Maintain accurate and legible records, including time and materials used.

Customer & Team Interaction

• Perform equipment inspections and suggest additional repairs as needed.
• Communicate with customers (when applicable) about issues and repair updates.
• Assist team with job quoting and maintain respectful, honest communication at all times.

Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Follow all safety policies and complete required OSHA 10 training.
• Maintain tools and return specialty equipment to proper locations.
• Participate in 5S initiatives to keep shop organized and efficient.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED plus 2-year degree in Diesel, Ag, Auto, or Heavy Equipment Technology or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 2-5 years' experience in hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical systems, or heavy equipment repair.
• Welding and torch experience preferred.
• Must have personal tool set and storage.
• Ability to read instructions and repair documentation.
• Dependable, adaptable, ethical, and a strong communicator.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking, climbing, bending, and manual handling of heavy tools and equipment.
• Regularly lift/move 10 lbs, frequently 50 lbs, occasionally over 100 lbs.
• Vision and manual dexterity required for equipment inspections and repairs.
• Daily operation and inspection of heavy equipment.

Work Environment

• Shop-based work with minimal travel for training or meetings.
• Reports to Service Manager or Operations Manager.
• FLSA: Non-exempt.

Our Mission, Vision & Values

Mission: To help our customers win.
Vision: To be a leading solutions provider in construction and related industries.
Values: Hustle. Thoughtful. Passion. Customer Focused.

Ready to step into a role where your career matters as much as your craftsmanship? Apply now and grow with Southeastern Equipment.

Southeastern Equipment Company is unable to offer sponsorship now or in the future. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.

Please keep in mind that the posted pay range represents the range for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual hourly/salary offer will take into account a wide range of factors, including location, certifications, and skill development and potential bonuses.

Our dealership offers full time employees: competitive salary, full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Life Insurance, 401K with match, Wellness, PTO, company apparel, uniforms provided, and boot allowance. EOE.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.