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WD Matthews Machinery Co.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Pay: $62,400/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Shrewsbury, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/21/2026

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What they do

A Heavy Equipment Mechanic maintains and repairs heavy equipment like construction vehicles and fire trucks.

$66,725 / year median in Massachusetts

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Shop Service Technician repairs forklifts and various other equipment that W.D. Matthews Machinery Co. sells and services at an onsite W.D. Matthews shop location. The equipment that a Shop Service Technician is expected to maintain and repair includes, but is not limited to; gas, diesel, propane and electric powered material handling equipment as well as aerial lift and manlift equipment. The Shop Service Technician position reports directly to the Field Service Manager and operates with a technician team. The Shop Service Technician will coordinate with and work directly under the supervision of the Shop Service Manager to complete orders in an organized and timely manner. This position requires mechanical experience and interest and/or related skills. The Shop Service Technician must have basic mechanical and technical experience, preferably at least two years. Corrective and preventative forklift maintenance experience is very desirable, but candidates with other mechanical repair experience in a variety of areas is considered. General computer experience is needed to run diagnostic and other programs. In addition, Vocational Tech education with a focus in the automotive, equipment, or hydraulics is preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

Maintain, repair and inspect material handling and manlift equipment Keep and maintain records, according to company practice, regarding all maintenance activities and other administrative actions Respond to and resolve customer repair requests and complaints Order and track parts ordered for a repair job Occasional fabrication Clean and wash equipment Follow safety procedures such as isolating power sources and stored energy for safe maintenance and repair Maintain a clean and organized workspace Other duties as assigned

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person