Kirby-Smith Machinery Incorporated - Job Training Program or Employment Skills Training Program

DoD SkillBridge Heavy Equipment Service Technician/Mechanic

ABOUT THE JOB

Who We Are: Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. is a leading distributor of heavy equipment and cranes in the central United States. We are at the forefront of today’s construction industry growth and have several exciting job opportunities for talented, energized professionals across the region who want to join our #WeAre1KirbySmith family! *Please note: This is a military transitional program that does not provide compensation through Kirby-Smith Machinery. You must be a current military Service Member eligible for the DOD SkillBridge program. DoD SkillBridge Heavy Equipment Service Technician/Mechanic Potential Compensation and Benefits: Above-Average Industry Pay Comprehensive benefits package (including medical/dental/vision) 401K plan with company matchPaid Time OffShort/Long Term DisabilityGrowth OpportunitiesPaid TrainingFamily-owned and OperatedHealth and WellnessSpecific BenefitsUniforms and Safety Steel or Composite Toed Boots providedHighly productive shopCareer advancement opportunities, promote from withinContinued education, manufacturer hands-on and web-based trainingClean and professional work environmentApprenticeship/Internship ProgramCompany-paid Accident InsuranceRelocation assistance available for qualified candidatesDoD SkillBridge Heavy Equipment Service Technician/Mechanic Position PurposeResponsible for performing quality work on various brands of heavy equipment as effectively and efficiently as possible. This includes diagnosing, ordering parts, writing technical reports, maintaining care of company assets, and communicating effectively with others. DoD SkillBridge Heavy Equipment Service Technician/Mechanic Minimum QualificationsMust be a current Active Duty ServicememberMust be separating from the Military in 8-12 monthsMust be able to complete up to a maximum of 120 days of SkillBridge internshipMust be able to complete 40 hours per weekWillingness to learn and accept developmental feedbackDoD SkillBridge Heavy Equipment Service Technician/Mechanic Physical Requirements: Pushing/Pulling/Lifting/Carrying up to 100 pounds without assistancePhysical ability to squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb, and reach overheadMust be able to work in extreme heat or cold and wet, damp, dusty, or windy conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noises, hazardous materials, and fumes/odors associated with the shop. Physically able to perform maintenance on equipment for extended hours with continual mounting and dismounting throughout the workday. Ability to adhere to personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individual PPE in a functional condition. This is considered a Safety-Sensitive position.

RESPONSIBILITIES✨

• Performing quality work on various brands of heavy equipment as effectively and efficiently as possible.
• Diagnosing, ordering parts, writing technical reports.
• Maintaining care of company assets.
• Communicating effectively with others.

QUALIFICATIONS✨

• Must be a current Active Duty Servicemember.
• Must be separating from the Military in 8-12 months.
• Must be able to complete up to a maximum of 120 days of SkillBridge internship.
• Must be able to complete 40 hours per week.
• Willingness to learn and accept developmental feedback.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Two (2) years’ experience in diagnosing and repairing construction equipment.
• Ability to read complex hydraulic and electrical schematics.
• Furnish and maintain a set of hand tools and any special tools required by the company.
• Ability to occasionally work overtime, stay overnight, and work on weekends when needed.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

Heavy Equipment Shop Service Technician/Mechanic Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or EquivalentTwo (2) years’ experience in diagnosing and repairing construction equipmentAbility to read complex hydraulic and electrical schematics Furnish and maintain a set of hand tools and any special tools required by the company Ability to occasionally work overtime, stay overnight, and work on weekends when needed. Maintain a valid driver’s license

ELIGIBLE SERVICE BRANCHES

All Services

BENEFITS✨

• Above-Average Industry Pay
• Comprehensive benefits package (including medical/dental/vision)
• 401K plan with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Growth Opportunities
• Paid Training
• Family-owned and Operated
• Health and Wellness
• Uniforms and Safety Steel or Composite Toed Boots provided
• Highly productive shop
• Career advancement opportunities, promote from within
• Continued education, manufacturer hands-on and web-based training
• Clean and professional work environment
• Apprenticeship/Internship Program
• Company-paid Accident Insurance
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

PROGRAM COST

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There are 8 locations in Texas, 3 in Oklahoma, and 1 in Kansas and Missouri.