Service Technician in Pittston, Pennsylvania at Stephenson Equipment, Inc.
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Job Description
Are you a skilled technician who enjoys diagnosing mechanical problems and keeping heavy equipment running at peak performance? SEI is looking for a Service Technician to join our team and help deliver safe, reliable equipment that keeps our customers productive.
If you enjoy solving complex mechanical challenges and take pride in quality workmanship, this is an excellent opportunity to build your career with SEI.
Who We Are
Stephenson Equipment, Inc. has been an industry leader in Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, D.C., and Virginia since 1957, providing sales, rentals, parts, and service for construction equipment, cranes, paving, road building, and road maintenance equipment.
What You'll Do
As a Service Technician in our Construction Equipment shop in Pittston, PA, you'll play a critical role in keeping our customers' equipment operating safely and reliably. You'll diagnose, repair, maintain, and service a diverse fleet of specialized equipment, including woodchippers, asphalt pavers, trailers, excavators, grinders, dumpers and more all while working in a collaborative, safety-focused environment. If you enjoy troubleshooting complex mechanical systems, take pride in quality workmanship, and want to work on industry-leading equipment that supports essential public services, this is an excellent opportunity to build your career with SEI.
In this role, you will:
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy equipment and industrial machinery.
- Replace worn or damaged parts and perform routine preventive maintenance.
- Operate and test equipment to ensure safe and efficient performance.
- Use diagnostic tools and technical manuals to identify mechanical issues.
- Disassemble, repair, and reassemble mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Perform welding and fabrication repairs as needed.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
- Maintain accurate maintenance and service records.
- Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
- Work effectively in a team environment and communicate with coworkers.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for a dependable, mechanically inclined technician who takes pride in quality workmanship and enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment. The ideal candidate is safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and works well both independently and as part of a team.
Successful candidates will have:
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and service documentation.
- Experience using diagnostic equipment and precision measuring tools.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to manage multiple repair priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join SEI?
- Competitive Pay.
- Factory Training and ongoing professional development.
- Tool Allowance.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- 401(k) with Company Match.
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
- ESOP eligibility after 1 year’s tenure, and 1000 hours worked.
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Valid driver's license.
- Prior experience working on heavy equipment.
- Ability to safely perform equipment repairs using hand and power tools.
- Ability to read, write, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
- Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
Preferred
- Technical school or vocational education in diesel technology, heavy equipment, or a related field.
- Experience with computerized engine diagnostic and calibration equipment.
- Welding and fabrication experience.
- Experience maintaining service records and preventative maintenance schedules.
- Previous experience working with construction, paving, road building, or public works equipment.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the position and may not include all of the duties required of the position. Stephenson Equipment, Inc is an EEO employer and values diversity.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.