Heavy Equipment Shop Technician
Since starting in 1983, Tapani has evolved from a single-person operation to a family-led legacy, maintaining a fun and friendly environment from the beginning. With a large team across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, we now cover five diverse market sectors: Civil Site Development, Buildings, Environmental, Transportation, and Utility Infrastructure. The consistent dedication to our core values has helped us grow, creating more opportunities for our current team and the need for new teammates.
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Job Purpose and Summary
The Heavy Equipment Shop Technician is responsible for inspecting and repairing the equipment that comes into the shop.
Responsibilities:
- Assist field techs when needed
- Ensure all safety regulations are adhered to
- Communicate all necessary repairs to shop foreman
- Maintain a clean and tidy working environment
- Maintain a positive attitude and a team atmosphere
- Repair and replace any damaged or worn parts as directed by shop foreman
- Inspect, test, and diagnose any malfunctions on the equipment to determine any repairs needed
- Research solutions to issues, create a plan to address the repairs, discuss with Shop Foreman
- Test all machines after repair to ensure proper performance
- Read wiring diagrams and hydraulic schematics and follow diagnostic procedures
Job Requirements and Qualifications
- 12 months experience preferred
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Good communication skills - mostly communicates within own department
- Work under moderate supervision
- Able to push and pull 30 pounds, carry 50 pounds, and lift 60 pounds
- Solid understanding of equipment systems
- Knowledge of CAT ET & SIS, John Deere Service Advisor
- Welding when necessary
- Some mentoring responsibilities
- Operate independently with minimum supervision
Working Environment
- Working hours are typically 40-45 hours per week and range between 7am to 5pm, with occasional evenings and weekends
- Majority of work is performed in the shop with constant standing, walking, and reaching
Compensation and Benefits
- Pay: $25.02 - $46.90 per hour (based on qualifications and experience)
- Comprehensive Medical Insurance plans with low to $0 monthly premiums
- Additional voluntary insurance options include: Dental, Vision, and a wide variety of Supplemental insurances.
- Flexible Paid Time Off and Sick Time
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) options with up to 4% employer match
- See the full list of benefits here