Shop Technician - Rental Store

Job Category:

Technicians

Requisition Number:

SHOPT006527

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ed: September 16, 2026

Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Huntsville, AL 35805, USA

Job Details

Description

Position Summary

The Rental Store Shop Technician is responsible for adhering to all safety standards while performing minor repairs, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting on Thompson Rents equipment including engines, hydraulics, transmissions, and electrical components. Duties include disassembly and reassembly, adjustments for optimal performance, and effective use of service information systems. The role also involves timely ordering and returning of parts, independent work in the shop, and proper testing of components. A valid driver's license is required.

Essential Responsibilities & Expectations

Adheres to and follows all applicable and required safety standards and procedures.

Plans and performs minor repairs using correct tools and procedures.

Performs the following tasks on engines, hydraulics, transmissions, and electrical components: remove and install; disassemble and reassemble; minor adjustments as needed for service.

Perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting

Demonstrates proper use of service information systems

Orders and return parts for assigned jobs in timely manner

Test and adjust components for optimal performance

Works independently in the shop as required

Must have a valid driver's license to be eligible for hire.

Uphold the Core Values of Safe and Secure, Stronger Together, People of Integrity, and Driven to Serve.

Behavior Standard

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Maintain a productive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner that upholds the values of the Thompson Tractor brand.

Demonstrate that you can have a positive relationship with customers, clients, vendors, coworkers, and management.

Proper and regular attendance required.

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or the equivalent

Experience

A minimum of one (1) year's work experience involving mechanical repairs or a combination of relevant experience and equivalent technical education required.

Experience using personal computers and basic typing skills required.

Med Card and CDL preferred.

MVR (required)

Skills and Competencies

Intermediate engine, transmission, hydraulic, and electrical diagnostic, and repair skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Basic computer skills

Job Training

Area specific technical training

OSHA and MSHA required training.

Vendor technical sites (Infocast, Liftnet, SIMSi, etc.)

Safety Summary

Working Conditions

Work typically normally performed in a Service Department shop.

Exposure to physical risk and all-weather conditions is associated with this position.

Standing on hard surfaces for extended periods of time often required.

Physical Requirements

Speaking

Listening

Writing

Typing

Reaching

Kneeling

Grasping

Stooping

Lifting to 75 lbs.

Climbing ladders

Climbing earthmoving equipment

Crawling under equipment

Job Hazards

Material handling lifting

Chemicals

Construction

Cranes and hoisting

Noise

Eye

Slips and falls

Moving machinery

Stationary machinery

Respiratory

Laceration

Amputation

Strains and sprains

Heat exhaustion

Thompson Tractor is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Verbal Communication

Expert

Written Communication

Expert

Troubleshooting

Intermediate

Technical

Intermediate

Mechanical

Intermediate

Education

Required

High School or Equivalent or better.

Preferred

Technical/other training or better.

Experience

Required

A minimum of one (1) year's work experience involving mechanical repairs or a combination of relevant experience and equivalent technical education required.

Experience using personal computers and basic typing skills required.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

MVR Required

Driver's License Personal

Preferred

CDL Class A

Med Card

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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