Service Technician in Tonawanda, New York at Anderson Equipment Company

Company Profile:

Anderson Equipment Company is one of the largest heavy equipment distribution companies in the Northeast. It is a family-owned, private company that has consistently grown and achieved financial success for almost 90 years. Currently in its third generation of family ownership and management, the company spans six states – West Virginia, Pennsylvania, New York, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine with 19 branch locations.

Job Description Summary:

The Service technician will troubleshoot/diagnose equipment problem and perform repair work on a wide variety of equipment. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain and repair heavy diesel, gas and electrically operated construction equipment. Repair types can range from complete machine overhauls to minor repairs such as fixing leaks, changing fluids and filters.
• Diagnosing operational difficulties; disassemble and reassemble equipment, replacing defective parts. Diagnostics can include checking pressures, voltage and flow to identify the source(s) of equipment problems.
• Work independently or with senior technicians to rebuild components such as engines, transmissions, hydraulic cylinders and hydraulic pumps.
• Prepare parts requisitions and enter requisitions into the Company’s computer system.
• Must be capable of performing heating, brazing, soldering, burning and minor welding not requiring certified welding skills.
• Technician will use Anderson’s systems to document work orders, track progress of repairs and order parts. Focus on safety protocols and regulations must be maintained at all times.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two year Technical degree or comparable military training considered a plus;
• Minimum of 2 years work experience in heavy equipment repair and maintenance;
• Must be able to demonstrate working knowledge of equipment operations, mechanical functions, electrical and hydraulic systems;
• Proficiency with computers and diagnostic programs provided by manufacturers.
• Ownership of adequate hand tools.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation depends on location, experience/skills, overtime: $24.75-$42.00 per hour.
• Benefits include Medical and Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD, LTD, Heath Savings Account, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Retirement Savings is a 401K Plan with Match and Profit Sharing contributed by the Company.
• The Company supports professional development through career advancement opportunities, transfers to other branch locations, tuition reimbursement, and company-sponsored training programs.