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Ponsse is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of cut-to-length forest machines. We are focusing on succeeding with our customers and oriented to people. We want to be the preferred partner for responsible forestry and to reach that we combine great people working together with high tech machinery and cutting-edge digital technologies. Summary/Objective Under limited supervision, the service technician - mechanic position performs work of considerable difficulty in the repair and maintenance of logging machines (harvesters and forwarders) at the customers job sites; performs related work as assigned. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Diagnoses, rebuilds and repairs logging machines. 2. Performs inspections and preventive maintenance of logging machines. 3. Prepares and maintains records and reports. Competencies 1. Technical Capacity. 2. Problem Solving/Analysis. 3. Leadership. 4. Discretion. Additional Eligibility Qualifications Must have, or be able to obtain a CDL license. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to the outdoor weather elements. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 7a.m. to 5p.m. Travel Regular travel is expected for this position to and from customer work sites. Required Education and Experience Two-year degree in heavy equipment technician program or three years of experience and/or training in heavy equipment repair and maintenance shop or any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Preferred Education and Experience Hydraulics and electrical components Ability to read schematics Experience with acetylene and electric arc welding. Language Skills Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other employees of the organization. Speak English fluently. Additional Eligibility Qualifications None. AAP/EEO Statement Ponsse is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Ponsse strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. All Ponsse employees, other workers and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits and termination of employment. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Ponsse wants to develop a working culture and environment that helps to bring the best out of everyone as individuals and us all together. Customer is always in the center of our work and we continuously encourage open and proactive communication, teamwork and taking responsibility as well as agile execution. We truly care about our people, their wellbeing and growth. We are Ponsse family. Work at the top of the forest machine industry Ponsse is a pioneering developer of mechanical timber harvesting that always puts its customers first. Are you interested in working for a Finnish company that is a global leader in its field? To succeed in a changing world, we need experts for a wide variety of tasks. Are you the next Ponsse employee? Ponsse’s values and way of working During decades, Ponsse and its employees have built their own unique culture and spirit, following the ideas of Einari Vidgrén, the company's founder. The Ponsse spirit signifies friendliness and fair play. Ponsse serves its customers reliably and works hard without being overly serious. Everyone assumes and bears responsibility for the success of the company. Click here to get to know us better. View our Privacy Policy.
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