Shop Technician

Job description

Shop Technician

At Briggs Industrial Solutions, our team members and our culture are just as important to the company as serving our customers. We believe our team members are the key to our success and we pride ourselves in hiring the highest quality people, placing emphasis on safety, ethics, integrity and respect. We are an ESOP-owned company with a customer-first focus. We realize the decisions we make about investments and operating practices ultimately affect the lives of our co-workers, families and business partners. And like those who went before us, every one of us takes that responsibility seriously.

Businesses: Briggs Equipment, Briggs Earth & Ag, Briggs Truck & Rail, Briggs Warehouse Solutions

Mission Statement: Keep business moving by being proactive, accessible, knowledgeable and above all else safe.

Value Proposition: We are an ESOP-owned company with a customer-first focus. Our solutions experts help keep your business moving by being proactive, accessible, knowledgeable and safe.

Values: Balance, Respect, Integrity, Growth, Grit, Safety

Competitive benefits:

401(k)

Educational Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

Hands On and Virtual Training

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Simply stated, Briggs team members strive to do the right thing by exceeding the expectations of each other, our customers and our community.

Position Purpose

The Shop Technician performs service and repairs on material handling and/or aerial equipment at assigned location to ensure that equipment continues to run according to manufacturer's specifications. Ensures all Briggs Equipment standards are adhered to and executed consistent with company direction.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

Diagnose and repair equipment, to include liquid propane, gas, and diesel engines, electric motors, transmissions, drive axles, differentials, hydraulic systems, brake systems, steering systems, electrical systems, lifting systems, etc.

Rebuild and/or repair all components and systems in industrial material handling and aerial equipment and other related equipment

Per company safety guidelines, properly block, chock and chain equipment, and disassemble equipment as needed to facilitate major component removal and repair

Perform routine and operational maintenance to ensure that equipment continues to run according to manufacturer's specifications

Perform diagnostic troubleshooting and failure analysis on all components and systems

Perform equipment inspections to identify potential problems and safety concerns

Perform basic welding as necessary

Record maintenance and repair work performed by completing necessary paperwork in a timely manner

Complete basic and advanced technical training as assigned

Maintain parts and supplies needed for job completion

Maintain work area cleanliness and ensure shop remains a safe working environment

Maintain a culture of safety & participate in all safety meetings

Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Basic Knowledge & Competencies:

Excellent customer service skills

Thorough knowledge of all equipment & operations that apply to the branch

Excellent mechanical aptitude, technical knowledge and problem solving skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Previous Experience/Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalent required

Mechanical or trade school certificate preferred

3+ years' experience in forklift repair or related industry

Ability to read precision instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, etc.

Welding and/or fabrication skills and/or experience preferred

Physical Requirements

Standing, walking, lifting, twisting and bending on a frequent basis

Ability to lift up to 75 pounds

Must furnish own tools

*OFFERING SIGN ON BONUSES*

Worksite address

new braunfels, TX, 78130, US

Who can apply

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