Service Technician Trainee

SITECH West is proud to be part of the elite group of Trimble dealers worldwide. At SITECH West we sell and service a wide-variety of technology and software systems that help todays heavy civil contractors increase productivity and accuracy. This Position is Located in NATOMAS/SACRAMENTO CA. POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for the installation, service, and repair of GPS and laser based positioning & data products on various makes and models of construction equipment. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS 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. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Diagnose and repair construction technology equipment, with emphasis on Laser, GPS, and Robotic controls. Prepare accurate estimates for customer repairs. Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and efficiently; work orders, service reports, allocation of time, and tracking parts. Maintain customer satisfaction by ensuring customer needs and deadlines are met. Complete all scheduled repairs in a safe and efficient manner. Assist with Operator Training. Adheres to all safety rules and maintains quality housekeeping in work area. Assist with ordering parts and organizing the parts warehouse. Data entry as required. Perform other duties as assigned. TECHNICHAL SKILLS AND SPECIAL TRAINING AND/OR ABILITIES Knowledge of and experience with GPS & Laser Machine Control Products including (but not limited to): Construction or Agricultural equipment mechanical background Welding certification or ability to demonstrate welding proficiency Caterpillar AccuGrade, Trimble or Topcon GPS and or laser systems Working knowledge of hydraulic system installation and repair Ability to read and understand wiring schematics used in installation and troubleshooting Proficient use of computer, MS Office Suite Software (Excel, Word, Access, etc.), email, scheduling, and Trimble/Caterpillar Warranty Tracking. SKILLS Ability to write reports and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE High school or GED and One or more years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must have a valid driver license and a clean DMV driving report. PHYSICAL DEMANDS 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 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 regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee frequently works in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. COMPENSATION Pay Range: $23 - $28 Hourly. Wage depends on knowledge, skills and ability to perform the responsibilities of the job. Competitive hourly rate of pay with excellent company paid benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, 401(k), profit sharing, nine paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid sick time. Career advancement opportunities and ongoing professional development. Sitech is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/DV. Holt provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, all applicable veteran status or disabled veteran status. For more information about our California Employee Privacy Policy, please click on link below. Privacy Policy zip Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)