Heavy Equipment Technician

Transdev • Columbia, SC

2d • $18 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Transdev in Richland, SC is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to bolster our team. This role demands expertise in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines across various vehicles and equipment. As a Heavy Equipment Technician, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring safety, efficiency, and longevity for our vehicles.
Transdev is proud to offer:
Competitive compensation package of minimum $18.00 – Maximum $30.00
An additional $.25 per hour for each ASE certification you possess or obtain
Benefits include:
Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
Sick days: 5 days
Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
Company paid ASE testing and training materials.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; Technical training preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• ASE Certifications preferred. Must obtain 2 ASEs within 6 months of employment.
• Preferred experience with diagnostic computers, heavy line equipment repairs, from heavy truck to heavy equipment.
• Must have demonstrated experience monitoring and meeting PM schedules and operating shop repair equipment.
• Appropriate mechanic's tool set.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.
• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• ASE Certifications preferred.
• Preferred experience with diagnostic computers, heavy line equipment repairs, from heavy truck to heavy equipment.
• Technical training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle maintenance to the Transdev standards.
• Diagnose all phases of vehicle and equipment repair & select appropriate course of action for repairs.
• Ensure work orders are completed accurately.
• Evaluate completed work prior to release, seeking supervisor approval where required.
• Ensure safe use of power and hand-held tools.
• Perform road calls and emergency services as necessary.
• Move vehicles safely between job and work area.
• Communicate professionally with customers, team members, and supervisors.
• Actively participate in safety or educational training as required.
• Continuous ASE re-certification to remain in job classification.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package of minimum $18.00 – Maximum $30.00
• An additional $.25 per hour for each ASE certification you possess or obtain
• Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
• Company paid ASE testing and training materials.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED