Job Information
Birkeys Farm Store Service Technician in Gibson City, Illinois
About Us: At Birkey’s, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a team. We believe in taking care of our people, offering growth opportunities, and staying at the forefront of technology. Whether you’re an experienced pro or just getting started, we provide the support and tools you need to thrive.
About the Role: Are you a hands-on problem-solver with a passion for heavy machinery? As a Heavy Equipment Mechanic at Birkey’s, you’ll play a crucial role in diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment to keep our operations running smoothly and our customers satisfied.
A Day in the Life: Imagine your day: You arrive at our workshop, diagnose and fix machinery, collaborate with a tight-knit team, and end the day knowing you made a difference. From engines to hydraulics, you’ll tackle a variety of challenges that keep you engaged and growing.
What You’ll Do:
Inspect & Troubleshoot: Diagnose issues with heavy equipment using the latest diagnostic tools.
Repair Master: Fix engines, hydraulics, air conditioning, and electrical systems to keep machinery running smoothly.
Welding & Fabrication: Perform welding and fabrication tasks as needed.
Collaborate: Work closely with your team and keep the service manager updated on repairs.
Stay Updated: Continuously learn and adapt to the latest technologies and equipment.
Safety First: Always maintain a clean and safe workspace.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience: Individual should be able to set work priorities and work independently in the absence of supervision and be able to understand and carryout oral and written directions. Individual must have the ability to maintain high degree of motivation in team members to retain the focus of providing the highest level of customer satisfaction.
The individual should have a steady work record, the ability to operate a variety of equipment safely to diagnose, adjust, and repair malfunctions; read and understand operator’s and repair manuals, and must be able to perform each of the essential position functions.
Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to get around the dealership and grounds for various tasks.
The employee would normally lift or move 10 lbs., frequently lift or move up to 25 lbs., and occasionally lifts or move up to 75 lbs.
Ability to tolerate up and down movement with bending or stooping including reaching above and below shoulder height with arms and hands.
Ability to be on one’s feet for extended periods of time.
Ability to climb a ladder with the ability to carry an object while climbing.
Ability to operate equipment or other power equipment as necessary.
Ability to push/pull up to 100 lbs. of force.
Must meet health assessment requirements.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to dust, odors, oil, fumes and noise.
The employee is generally required to stand for long periods of time.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
While performing duties, the employee may be near moving mechanical parts and inside and outside weather conditions.
This organization reserves the right to revise the essential position functions as the need arises.