Field Service Technician

Overview

Milton Rents NY (a division of Milton CAT) is seeking an experienced Field Service Technician to perform repairs and preventive maintenance on construction rental equipment within Ithaca NY and the surrounding areas. Experienced technicians will inspect, diagnose, repair, and service rental equipment to correct working order.

Milton Rents offers challenging career opportunities, extensive training, and employee development along with an opportunity to grow your career and thrive under our reputation for excellence. Whether you’re looking for a steady job with great benefits, or an exciting place to start your career and grow within the organization, Milton Rents can meet your needs! We offer excellent benefits and supply you with the tools you need to maximize your potential.

Pay Range: $27.50 - $37.50 per hour. This is a Field position.

Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off + 8 company paid holidays.
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance options for Employee and Family
• Disability & Life Insurance Packages
• Competitive Salary with 401K Match
• Tuition Reimbursement – available to FT employees with 1 year+ of service
• Additional supplemental offerings and discount programs
• Employee Referral Program
• Company provided Service Truck
• Company laptop and diagnostic software

Responsibilities

• Inspect, service, and repair a wide variety of rental equipment in the field ensuring that units are operating as per Milton Rents and OEM standards & specifications
• Diagnose, service and repair hydraulic systems, electrical systems, drive components, diesel engines, and other mechanical systems.
• Reports daily to the service manager and branch manager with workflow and schedule.
• Ability to be dispatched from remote locations or from home base.
• Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work in remote areas.
• Extensive experience with construction rental equipment or heavy machinery.
• Positively and effectively interact with customers, fellow employees, management, and equipment manufacturers.
• Uphold safety practices and standards as set forth by Milton Rents & Milton CAT
• Works in the local shop environment when not on the road.
• Maintain accurate records as it relates to repair orders, parts ordering, and time keeping.
• Be efficient and thorough with all repairs and rental check-in.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked service truck.
• Maintain and wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Complete and submit all paperwork required by shop management in the requested timeframes.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED is required.
• 5+ years of verifiable experience in the construction rental or heavy equipment industry preferred.
• Valid Driver License with Valid medical card or ability to pass a DOT physical exam.
• Knowledge of safe operation of Construction Rental Equipment.
• Able to work indoors, outdoors, and longer hours (which includes OT) in various weather conditions.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computers skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills; proficient in mechanical systems (transmissions, engines, hydraulics, etc.)
• Able to lift 30 lbs. regularly, and occasionally up to 80 pounds independently or with assistance.
• Must have own tools.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Your supervisor may request and assign similar duties.   

Resumes that are mailed, emailed or hand-delivered to Milton CAT or any employee will not be considered. You must apply online. A background check and drug test are required as part of our pre-employment process.

Milton CAT is an equal opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. We encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women. Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, handicap, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status. We base all employment decisions to further this principle of equal employment opportunity. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. EEO/AA employer. Milton CAT is a Drug-Free workplace.