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Blanchard Machinery

Sells and rents heavy equipment in South Carolina

Field Service Technician

Full-TimeDeadline 8/14/27
No salary listed
Mid
Simpsonville, SC, USA
In PersonRequires both shop and field work.
Field ServiceEquipment Field Service

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • At least 3 years of experience working on heavy equipment is required.
  • A valid driver's license, safe driving record, and valid Commercial Driver’s License are required.
  • A complete set of tools capable of working in and around heavy equipment is required.
  • Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques and proper repair procedures is required.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics, operating manuals, and maintenance service manuals is required.
  • Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic circuits, drawings, and prints is required.
  • Basic working knowledge of equipment operation and associated operating systems is required.
  • Ability to use diagnostic equipment, including Cat ET and CAT-SIS, is required.
  • Familiarity with electronic cables, connections, and sensors is required.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision and handle a fast-paced industry and deadlines is required.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills are required.
  • Ability to represent the company professionally and work with customers is required.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail are required.
  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying heat, cold, wet, humid, dry, and arid conditions is required.
  • Ability to use personal protective equipment and perform standing, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, and lifting is required.
  • Ability to lift varied weights and use computers and other technology to complete job responsibilities is required.
Responsibilities
  • Contribute to a positive work environment and promote the company’s vision, mission, and values.
  • Complete all job responsibilities safely and promote a safe and healthy work environment.
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and diesel-powered equipment.
  • Maintain, diagnose, and repair diesel engines, transmissions, drivetrain components, winches, high-pressure pumps, centrifugal pumps, air compressors, microprocessor controls, electromechanical equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, gearboxes, power take-offs, 12/24-volt electrical systems, equipment cabs and controls, chassis and suspension, and air-conditioning systems.
  • Perform required company inspections.
  • Perform basic troubleshooting on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
  • Install and replace new or reconditioned repair parts.
  • Test equipment for proper operation.
  • Provide customer service.
  • Perform shop and field work, including shift, weekend, and 24-hour on-call work when required.
  • Operate lifting devices.
  • Complete assigned paperwork.
  • Prepare parts requisitions, timecards, part returns, service reports, and other required forms.
  • Maintain the service truck and the equipment carried on it.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

About the company

Blanchard Machinery sells and rents heavy and compact equipment to contractors and other businesses across South Carolina. Its range includes Cat machines and attachments alongside equipment from other manufacturers, while Blanchard Energy supplies generators and marine engines. Customers can buy used machines, order replacement parts, and arrange maintenance or field repairs through the dealer's service network. The business earns revenue from equipment and parts sales, rentals, and service agreements that help owners maintain machines over their working lives. Established in 1982, Blanchard Machinery is headquartered in West Columbia, South Carolina.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

West Columbia, SC

Founded

1982

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What believers are saying

  • Full-time hires gain profit-sharing eligibility the next quarter: quarterly payouts include a year-end true-up when annual goals are achieved.
  • Full-time leave starts at three weeks: Blanchard's paid time off sits alongside paid holidays.
  • Sponsored trainees have a direct route to work: ThinkBIG guarantees Blanchard employment after graduation.

What critics are saying

  • Retirement matching requires tenure: employees need one year of service and 1,000 hours before qualifying.
  • ThinkBIG admission is selective: July entry requires college acceptance and limited dealer sponsorship.
  • ThinkBIG classroom hours are unpaid: hourly wages apply only to work during dealership internships.

What makes Blanchard Machinery unique

  • Leadership stays in one family: fourth-generation executives include President Boyd Blanchard and Executive Vice President Joseph Rozier Blanchard.
  • Rebuilds extend the repair business: Cat Certified machine rebuilds include over 350 tests and replacement of over 7,000 parts.
  • Electrical work reaches beyond generators: Blanchard Energy tests protective relays and medium-voltage cables.

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