Equipment Technician

Our $200 million company, Dawson Construction LLC, has an immediate opening for an Equipment Technician. This position is based in Bellingham, WA, which has been recognized as a top ten community in the nation.

As people are our greatest asset, we are committed to being a great place to work and providing a culture of personal growth and development. We envision this position as a first step towards greater company leadership.

Organizationally we have a culture of doing the right things for our employees, partners, clients, and community. We absolutely believe in abundance and a make-it-happen attitude - no task is too big or too small. We’ve enjoyed an excellent reputation, steady growth and strong financial performance for many years.

Further, Dawson has industry best talent, offers ownership to key employees, works closely with a peer group of 8 contractors and meets regularly with our advisory board. Our charitable giving is focused on youth and education. Our mind set is that of resiliency and long-term success.

We are actively looking for the right individual to round out our Yard team who is interested in building their career with Dawson.

MISSION:

Build with leadership, predictability, and value to ensure successful construction projects…and be one of the best places to work.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Equipment Manager, the Equipment Technician performs tasks involving heavy equipment such as vehicle servicing; scheduled and unscheduled maintenance; and equipment diagnosis, repair, and inventorying. May perform other assigned tasks within the equipment team and provide additional jobsite support to the field as required.

Essential Functions

Equipment Servicing

• Works with the Assistant Equipment Manager and Equipment Administrator to build a service schedule and prioritize equipment based on jobsite need.
• Performs preventative maintenance on DAWSON owned equipment on and off the jobsites. Conducts services/inspections prior to equipment being sent to a DAWSON jobsite and when equipment returns from a DAWSON jobsite to ensure equipment is always in safe working order.
• Identifies services that require outside shop support and collaborates with the equipment team to schedule them.

Equipment Diagnosis

• Respond to broken and damaged equipment service orders per the schedule priority.
• Diagnose issues with equipment and trouble shoot to either fix or repair equipment which may include conducting research on parts or services that are required to fix each piece of equipment and recommend either fixing it in house or sending it to an outside shop based on severity, time and cost.
• Identify the cause of equipment failure and report to Assistant Equipment Manager or Equipment Administrator for appropriate billing and tracking.

Equipment Repair

• Conducts basic in-field repair such as weld repair, hose/seal replacement, electrical repair, and part installation.
• Works with approved mechanic shops to handle repair overages or deal with repairs outside of expertise or capability.
• Works with the Equipment Team to determine what can be handled in-field and what needs to be handled externally.

All employees are responsible for:

• Ensuring safety is an everyday topic and supersedes all other factors to prevent accidents and create a safe working environment for everyone. Maintaining a clean and orderly work area is required.
• Exemplifying the culture of hard work and continuous improvement while fostering stability and sustainable growth.
• Demonstrating a dedication to clients through quality services, building long term relationships, and ensuring projects exceed expectations.
• Developing industry relationships fairly and honestly to ensure everyone wins.
• Leads by example and personifies Dawson’s Traits of a Successful Leader in all aspects of this position.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Minimum 3 years vehicle mechanic experience required; with a background in heavy equipment preferred.
• Certified on major brands of equipment such as Genie, Xtreme, John Deere or willing to earn certifications (company paid) required.
• Understands and adheres to safety and quality control requirements.
• Any combination of education & experience that demonstrates the knowledge & ability to perform the work.
• Ability to operate equipment for diagnostic and maintenance purposes.
• Ability to operate diagnostic equipment and read and comprehend equipment manual.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, walk, stand, crouch, kneel, lay on back for extended periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing, use equipment and tools properly and safely.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must maintain a clean driving record and be willing to be trained on vehicles and equipment including but not limited to cranes, forklifts, excavators, skid steers, CDL Vehicles etc.
• Able to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Willingness and ability to work 2nd shift (4 pm to midnight) as required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $30 - $40 per hour
• Annual Bonus; depends upon individual and company performance.
• Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO ,401k plan, Paid Holidays, and additional voluntary benefits.

We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, a culture of continuous improvement and opportunity for career advancement through continued company growth.

Apply at www.dawson.com/careers or Contact careers@dawson.com if you have questions.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vets and Drug Free Workplace

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 30 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tools provided
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Travel requirement:

• Travel
• Up to 25% travel

Ability to Relocate:

• Bellingham, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person