Journeyman Equipment Technician

Journeyman Equipment Technician at Western States Equipment Company in Hayden, Idaho, United States Job Description Description

ABOUT WESTERN STATES EQUIPMENT

Western States has a long legacy of providing quality equipment and excellent service to customers. Since 1956, our vision is to make our communities stronger, cleaner, and more productive, not just with our products and service - but through our people.

We are committed to:

The Power of our

Purpose:

"Building our Communities for a Better Tomorrow" Performance through our

Values:

SAFETY, EXCELLENCE, TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABLITY, and

INNOVATION

Customer and Employee Care Commitments:

Conveying Warm and Empathy, Actively Listening, Building Trust, and Saying Thank You

WHY YOU'LL LIKE IT HERE

Recognized as one of the top private companies to work for, we put our employees first. We are fiercely committed to SAFETY and sending every employee, safely home, every single day. Our comprehensive benefits package and complete wellness programs include: Three weeks of accrued PTO to start, increases with tenure Company paid health care premium option for employees Health, dental, and vision insurance Wellness dollars 401k with company match and profit sharing Educational reimbursements, tool loans, and safety & tooling dollars Employee Assistance Program Paid Parental leave Care Leave

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

THINK-ACT-BE SAFE - At Western States, we empower every employee, every day to work and promote a safe environment to ensure all employees, vendors, and clients have a safe work environment while adhering to all applicable procedures and standards. This includes maintaining clean/clutter free personal work areas and wearing the required personal protective equipment (PPE) as identified in safety policy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Safety Actively cares, promotes, manages, and advocates safety at Western States. As a team member in the organization, it is critical to ensure all employees, vendors, and clients have a safe work environment while adhering to all applicable safety policies, procedures and standards. Ability to complete Job Hazard Analysis (JHA's) prior to any job-related tasks according to WSECO's policy and standards. Maintains clean/clutter free personal work areas to ensure safe environment for all WSECO employees. Adhering to required personal protective equipment (PPE) as identified in safety policy. Diagnosis, Troubleshooting, and Repair Demonstrates troubleshooting skills on various engine and equipment systems. Skill level appropriate testing while comparing data to specifications to determine if the system is working as designed. Repairs and diagnoses machine failures according to WSECO's time requirement guidelines. Performs tasks independently, including inspections and troubleshooting, when scheduled for required preventative maintenance service. Engines and Powertrain Completes engine preventative maintenance and inspects/repairs internal engine components to include common rail fuel systems, and SCR/DEF systems. Troubleshoots and repairs powertrain components. Demonstrates understanding of various brake systems and ability to repair when required. Electrical, Hydraulics, HVAC, and Cab Understands, tests, and repairs complex electrical systems. Includes but is not limited to Deutsch and Ampseal Connectors, 6/12/24 battery voltage systems, and ability to repair/replace varies harness types. Troubleshoot and service HVAC systems to include evacuating, recharging, and replacing components when required. Performs general mechanical/electrical cab functions pertaining to operator interfaces. Undercarriage Performs general tasks in troubleshooting and repair of various frame and suspension systems including tracks, track pads, drive sprockets, and idlers. Identifies undercarriage components and perform track sag measurements. Continued Development Participates in continued education and training initiatives as outlined in the Western States Equipment Technician Career Development Plan. (TCDP) Utilizes service manuals (STW, SIS and parts books) to address technical issues and perform all required tasks within technician level abilities, in accordance to printed procedures. Utilizes parts reusability guidelines. Completes actual service reports for files and warranty purposes using STW for timely work order closing. Addresses all inquiries in a prompt and friendly manner in an effort to meet or exceed internal/external client expectations. Performs other duties as assigned while developing a mindset for technician productivity.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Ability to navigate Microsoft products. Ability to obtain job related certifications for any specialty equipment such as but not limited to forklifts, rigging and overhead cranes, etc. General knowledge of manufacturer specific software. (SIS, ET, and STW) Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with... For full info follow application link. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with

Disabilities Job Posting:

2534142

Posted On:

Apr 28, 2026

Updated On:

Apr 28, 2026