Field Technician (Sparks, NV, US, 89431) - Military Veterans
at Komatsu
Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.
Job Overview
Timely, effective repairs of machine components in the shop.
Scope
- Maintain an annual repair efficiency of 85%
- Maintain annual rework hours (as a percentage of hours billed) of less than 3%
- Must be able to meet standard repair times as defined by Komatsu Equipment Company (KEC) job codes listed in PFW
- Maintain all company balanced scorecard goals
- Maintain a minimum average score of 4 – 6 on the Technical Section of the Technician Competency Matrix
- Maintain a minimum average score of 4 – 6 on the Soft Skills Section of the Technician Competency Matrix
- Attain a score of no lower than 7 on the Safety Section of the Technician Competency Matrix
What we offer:
- Generous 401K plan – Vested Immediately
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Etc.)
- Excellent job security
- Employee Discounts
- Annual incentive bonus plan
- Healthy Lifestyle Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Ability to be a part of an exciting, innovative company developing new state-of-the-art technology and equipment
Key Job Responsibilities
- Complete assigned jobs and task to meet flat rate times and re-do metric.
- Work safely and follow all KEC/Customer safety policies and procedures.
- Complete related paperwork and access databases require to complete job (work order, parts order, JSA, DBS, SIMS, SIS web, STW) accurately and timely.
- Follow contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations.
- Remove and install parts, disassemble and assemble components, and test and adjust assemblies with minimal supervision.
- Ability to provide accurate quotes and pricing estimates to the customer.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot problems, give recommendations for repairs.
- Test and verify correct operation of all repairs and adjustments.
- Apply general failure analysis and procedures to determine proper diagnosis.
Qualifications/Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Associate Degree in Diesel Technology or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Flexibility to work various schedules including shift work.
- 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 situation to customers, clients and other employees
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
- Ability to compute rate, ratio and percentages
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, area, circumference and volume
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
Additional Information
- Certified to operate a forklift and/or manlift.
- May be required to complete a DOT physical.
- Required to complete MSHA certification.
- May be required to complete respirator certification.
- Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and toxic or caustic chemicals.
- Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions.
- Occasionally exposed to extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration.
- Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Sparks, NV
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Our values:
Ambition: With a ‘challenging spirit’ and without fear of failure, we innovate and always aspire to do more
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Collaboration: Creating value comes from teamwork, inclusion, respect, diversity and a win-win approach to all relationships
Authenticity: To earn and maintain trust, we always act with sincerity, integrity and honesty, and communicate transparently
Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries.
The Komatsu North America Mining Distribution and Service group is a critical part of our Komatsu global organization. We, sell, install, service, provide parts and rebuild equipment, as well as provide digital solutions for our customers. In the United States, we have a presence in 16 states across the US with 30 primary sites. We have approximately 1,200 employees.
Our group supports field operations at the customer mine sites as well as shop operations at the Distribution and Service Centers. A large part of our workforce focuses includes technical trades.
SLQDC (Safety, Law, Quality, Delivery, and Cost) represents the order of priority for all Komatsu Employees when making decisions. Safety always comes first. In addition to Komatsu standards, our operations follow all OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration), DOT (Department of Transportation), Customer, and all federal, state, and local guidelines.