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Thompson Machinery
Mechanic Component Specialist
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What they do
A Heavy Equipment Mechanic maintains and repairs heavy equipment like construction vehicles and fire trucks.
$52,717 / year median in Tennessee
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Mechanic Component Specialist La Vergne, TN 37086 $32
Compensation for this position will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and background.
Thompson Machinery is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
- $40 an hour
- Full-time $32
- $40 an hour
- Full-time Mechanic
- Component Specialist
- Construction Equipment
JOB PROFILE
: The Mechanic- Component Specialist position is responsible for evaluating system conditions by combining experience, troubleshooting, operator information & visual indicators. Performs repairs needed to system component(s) (i.e., Fuel Systems, Drive Train, etc.). This is a skilled technician position working largely independently or with guidance from service mentors. The Mechanic
- Component Specialist reports to the Service Shop Manager, and serves customers located in the company service shop.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
Diesel engine, construction equipment and/or truck engine training through accredited technical schools or relevant military experience preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required. Two or more years of previous hands-on equipment and/or engine experience, diagnostics and troubleshooting experience working diesel powered construction equipment or truck engines. Able to work standard five-day work schedules, including daily overtime, and occasional weekend hours as required. Must possess a complete set of basic mechanical hand tools, including drives, sockets, and wrenches. Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, adaptability, and a strong customer service focus. Demonstrates a sense of urgency and self-initiative, and the personal drive to be successful. Excellent communication skills. Demonstrate technical knowledge of construction equipment and/or engine mechanical failures. Demonstrated analytical problem-solving skills. Possess and maintain a current, valid state driver's license. CDL may be required for some field positions.RESPONSIBILITIES
The Mechanic- Component Specialist should be able to read and interpret technical instruction, service and safety manuals, company policies and procedures.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Thompson Machinery is a Caterpillar equipment dealer serving the middle and west Tennessee and northern Mississippi region. Since 1944, Thompson Machinery has been an industry leader, renowned for superior solutions, lasting relationships, and stronger communities. Serving a broad range of customers in the construction, forestry, mining, industrial, governmental, and agricultural industries, as well as trucking, power generation, and marine businesses, Thompson Machinery is a total equipment solution provider. Thompson Machinery offers competitive salaries and a complete benefits package.Compensation for this position will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and background.
Thompson Machinery is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$32.00- $40.