As a Service Tech (Mechanic) at our Davenport, Iowa shop, (typically working Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm), you will troubleshoot and diagnose problems on various types of heavy equipment and make necessary repairs to the equipment. These duties would include all aspects of providing end user customers with a timely and efficient service experience and may require overtime. Will also be expected to keep knowledge/skills updated by attendance at factory training courses.

$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS! Wages start at $27/hr, and up, based on the great experience you bring to Aspen!

Day to Day tasks/Duties

• Troubleshoot problems on various pieces of equipment based on customer explanation
• Diagnose the problem using knowledge of hydraulics and electronics repair

· Operate hand tools & equipment· Initiate ordering of necessary parts to make the repairs

• Complete required paperwork
• Check that all functions are correct
• Check for leaks and loose fittings
• Check that tolerances and torque specs are correct
• Test pressures and record them on the test sheet
• Communicate with supervisor when there are problems on a job
• Make recommendations for changes in procedure or job functions that are considered to be in the general interest

Skills/Education Required

• Safe work habits and ability to maintain safe working conditions
• Strong mechanical aptitude – technical understanding of hydraulics, electrical and primary functions of a broad range of equipment used in our industry
• Knowledge of basic hydraulics and 12-volt electrical systems
• Knowledge of wiring stop/start systems and ability to use programmer
• Knowledge of sizes of fittings and hydraulic hoses
• Able to operate saw for cutting steel
• Able to operate plasma cutter
• Able to use oxygen/acetylene torch
• Ability to adjust pressures and reliefs
• Basic math skills
• Ability to read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics
• Mechanical design and/or practical experience in hydraulics, structural or mechanical layout
• High level of Mechanical Aptitude: Ability to understand fundamentals of mechanical systems as related to the commercial truck industry
• Technical college degree desired, or structured on-the-job training program successfully completed

Core Competencies

All employees align daily activities to incorporate Aspen Equipment’s four core values:

o Creative Solutions – Be a part of developing new products, delivering better service, and encouraging new ideas.

o Positive Attitude – Recognize your role as an integral part of the Aspen Equipment team and support a positive company culture while having fun along the way.

o Loyalty – Recognizing the value of standing behind the people, products, and services you support every day.

o Honesty – Work with integrity to ensure everyone is treated fairly and honestly through both the products we sell and the services we provide.

• Accurate diagnosis of problems
• Timely repair of equipment
• Compliance with company policies, as stated in Employee Handbook, is maintained
• Other duties assigned are completed accurately and in a timely manner
• Occurrence of sick days, late arrivals to work or return from lunch (does not include excused lateness) is maintained at a low level
• Guidance is accepted in a manner that will aid employee’s own development
• Assistance is readily given to fellow employees
• Work area is kept neat and efforts to keep entire department neat are supported
• Personal appearance is neat and presentable at all times
• A polite and courteous manner is maintained at all times

Competencies specific to this position include:

• Safe work habits and ability to maintain safe working conditions
• Ability to work independently
• Problem solving skills
• Follow-through to complete on-going projects

Physical Requirements

• Ability to assume various lifting positions and static postures
• Lifting ability up to 50 lbs.
• Requires ability to bend, kneel, stoop, and squat frequently
• Ability to climb ladders, and climb on and lay under vehicles frequently

ABOUT US

Aspen Equipment, LLC is a diversified crane and industrial equipment dealer and market leading final stage purpose-built work truck upfitter serving a wide array of customers in construction, mining, railroad, tree care and utility end markets. Aspen Equipment offers equipment rentals, new sales, used sales, parts, service, and product support from its four branch locations. www.aspenequipment.com

EOE / VETERAN