Haul Truck Driver / Rental Tech

ASCO Equipment • Abilene, TX

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About The Position

ASCO Equipment has career opportunities for a Rental Technician / Haul Truck Driver in Abilene, Texas. Experience with Diesel Engines, Hydraulics or Advanced Electronics is preferred, however, entry-level skill set will be provided on the job training. The Service Technician is responsible for providing high-quality repair service on heavy equipment in order to meet customer needs in a responsive, friendly, educated, and timely manner. Service Technicians work with all departments to respond to the customer’s needs.

Requirements

• 2-3 year min. of shop/field heavy equipment troubling and repair Technical Certifications or Associate’s Degree
• Must have strong understanding of mechanical and electrical theories and principles
• Ability to work within set time parameters, multi-task, and follow procedures
• Ability to work with limited supervision and a certain degree of independent judgement
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships and professionally manage difficult situations
• Must be able to obtain a forklift license
• Must furnish tools suitable for Heavy Equipment repair
• Must have a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Exercise excellent customer service skills.
• Drivers must have a Class A CDL & Valid Medical Card.
• Certification on Aerial and Forklift handling/operation.
• Full DOT knowledge to legally manage hours of service and ELOG.
• Must possess a clean driving record and be insurable.
• Ability to work safely in all weather conditions
• Ability to diagnose and trouble-shoot equipment visibly and audibly
• Must be able to continually lift and handle heavy loads up to 70 lbs.
• Must pass DOT physical.
• Ability to maneuver around and crawl under equipment in order to properly secure, work in hot or cold work environments and conduct repairs.
• Ability to frequently reach, bend, walk, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Diesel Engines, Hydraulics or Advanced Electronics is preferred, however, entry-level skill set will be provided on the job training.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform complex repairs correctly in the shop or field including pumps, hydraulics, engines, transmissions, HVAC, and electrical issues
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as schedule dictates
• Complete work orders in a timely manner
• Open line of communication with service manager
• Maintain daily truck inspection logs while keeping a clean/orderly truck and work area
• Good written & verbal communication skills needed for daily reporting
• Good computer literacy skills needed for transmitting information via email
• Safely load/off-load heavy equipment.
• Properly secure loads, with ratchet straps, chains, binders and winch.
• Safely climb on/off equipment and tractor/trailer multiple times a day.
• Effective time management skills to stay on track for deliveries/pick-up.
• Utilize safe driving techniques at all times.
• Legibly complete equipment inspection reports upon delivery/pickup of equipment.
• Maintain daily records of pre-trip/post trip inspection of vehicle & accurate log books.
• Coordinate with dispatcher and customer to collect and verify delivery/pickup locations.
• Ability to maintain and service haul truck and trailer.
• DOT knowledge of legal limits.

Benefits

• Paid Training & Advancement Opportunities
• 100% employer-paid health insurance, 401(k) + profit sharing, and paid holidays
• ASCO Children’s Education Program: Financial assistance for employees' children pursuing higher education

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree