About this role
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
The Driveline Technician is primarily responsible for building and repairing power transmission parts for telehandler forklifts and high-reach equipment. This includes diagnosing mechanical failures, operating shop tools and reading blueprints & schematics.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair issues in driveshafts, axels, differentials and universal joints.
- Build custom or standard driveshafts.
- Pre-assemble and install parts including axles, hydraulic components, radiators, bearings, hoses, wiring, tires, engines, and cabs.
- Rework, repair and replace damaged parts or assemblies.
- Read and interpret assembly blueprints.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety of the shop.
- Perform other duties as assignment by management.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of 5 years of shop or field service experience on high reach equipment. Additional training available.
- Previous experience with Spicer and/or Dyna transmissions preferred.
- Must have own tools.
- Intermediate understanding of mechanical systems and assemblies, and how parts function together.
- Ability to identify assembly issues and devise solutions.
- Attention to detail in following schematics, order of operations and quality standards.
- Skilled in use of hand tools, power tools and assembly equipment (i.e., impact guns, sockets, wrenches, VOM).
- Must possess a strong work ethic.
- Ability to read, write and comprehend written and verbal English.
- Must be able to thrive in a high pressure, deadline-driven environment.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS
- ASE Certified Mechanical Technician
- Forklift Operator
- Overhead Cranes and Rigging
- Boom/Scissor Lift
- OSHA 10
PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
- Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
- Steel-toed safety boots required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- For Full-Time employees, expect to work a 10-hour shift on average, including overtime if necessary.
- Reliably commute to Henderson, Nevada, or planning to relocate to local area before starting work.
- Comply with the brand and hygiene policies.