Field Service Technician

COMPANY PAID BENEFITS PROFIT SHARING ANNUAL BONUS 401k PAID TIME OFF

SLS is a specialized company that provides world class engineered products and services both domestic and international. We are focused on investing in our employees professional development and growth as we continue to expand our operations.

Compensation: Starting pay $22.50 per hour. Increases are dependent on performance, attendance, and conduct.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for installing and maintaining automatic lubrication systems on mobile mining equipment such as draglines, shovels, plant and/or manufacturing facilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain automatic lubrication systems in plant manufacturing facilities and/or on mobile mining equipment.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
• Comply with D.O.T., MSHA and OSHA safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds consistently with heavier weight necessary at times.
• Operate forklift, drive service trucks and drive a lubricant delivery pump truck

ABILITY TO:

• Work varying shifts, weekends and holidays. Travel required.
• Diagnose problems and make repairs in the field on a 24-hour basis.
• Effectively handle lifting of various objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work extended hours out of doors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Work at heights and confined spaces.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public.
• Follow written and verbal instructions, including manufacturers’ service specifications.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Possess and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Requires a high school diploma/GED
• 3+ years of mechanical experience; strong hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical and industrial skills
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently
• Clean Driving Record

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• MSHA Certification preferred
• Welding experience preferred
• CDL license (B class)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:We provide PPE to include face coverings, gloves, etc., increased level of personal hygiene, daily workplace cleaning, and other precautions related to mitigating workplace illnesses.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Equipment Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CDL license (A or B class) (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: One location