Contractors’ Warehouse —
SR. FIELD MECHANIC
Location – Baton Rouge, LA
Job ID – ReqPF179074
Category – Technicians
Apply By – Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
Location – Baton Rouge, LA
Job ID – ReqPF179074
Category – Technicians
Apply By – Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
Company Overview
What’s the best place we’ve ever built? The place where we work. At Home Depot, our goal is to provide the highest level of service, the broadest selection of products, and the most competitive prices. As the world’s largest home improvement specialty retailer, we operate more than 2,200 retail stores across North America. And each of our associates are focused one thing — helping our customers build and improve their homes, businesses, and ultimately their lives.
The Sr. Field Mechanic is an experienced, highly skilled mobile repair technician that performs repairs on many types of rental construction equipment. Examples of equipment range from earthmoving, aerial, landscaping, and material handling. The Sr. Field Mechanic performs a majority of repairs on a jobsite or in a mobile environment. Examples of repairs range from general repairs and maintenance, up to more complex repairs on hydraulic, electrical and diesel engines.
This position reports directly to the Rental Repair Supervisor (RRS). The Sr Field Mechanic also plays a key role in teaching and training other associates by passing on their in-depth rental repair and equipment knowledge.
The Sr. Field Mechanic is required to be on call with a rotating schedule, including nights and weekends and performs other duties listed on this job description as well as other duties assigned by the Rental Repair Supervisor.
The Sr. Field Mechanic is also referred to as a Sr. Field Rental Technician.
We’re proud to be on the 2022 Forbes World’s Best Employers list. The Home Depot is growing – grow your career with us. We’re building a pipeline of talented candidates for future openings and that’s where you come in.
Key Responsibilities:
- 10% Communicate Operating Procedures – Provides expert knowledge to all Rental associates and customer in the proper operation of the equipment and standard operating procedures
- 70% Diagnose, Maintain and Repair Equipment – Diagnose, maintain and repair all components of the machine, including gas and diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, fuel systems, and brake systems
- 10% Document Work – Documents all work performed on tablet technology, including completion of work orders to capture parts usage and labor, performing parts inventory counts, etc.; Performs aerial lift inspections according to required checklist
- 5% Operate Forklift – Safely operates forklift to load, unload, and move equipment and materials in the shop and yard
- 5% Proper Storage and Disposal of Materials – Follows safety protocol, including proper storage of supplies and fuel, proper disposal of waste oils and fluids, and proper lifting and moving of materials and equipment
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
- This position typically reports to Rental Repair Supervisor
- This position has 0 Direct Reports
Travel Requirements:
- Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.
Physical Requirements:
- Must continuously stand or walk or regularly requires lifting/handling/carrying material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).
Working Conditions:
- Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, fumes or odors.
Bonus Eligible
401(k) Company Matching
Employee Stock Purchase ProgramLocation – Baton Rouge, LA
Job ID – ReqPF179074
Category – Technicians
Apply By – Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
Role Overview
The Sr. Field Mechanic is an experienced, highly skilled mobile repair technician that performs repairs on many types of rental construction equipment. Examples of equipment range from earthmoving, aerial, landscaping, and material handling. The Sr. Field Mechanic performs a majority of repairs on a jobsite or in a mobile environment. Examples of repairs range from general repairs and maintenance, up to more complex repairs on hydraulic, electrical and diesel engines.
This position reports directly to the Rental Repair Supervisor (RRS). The Sr Field Mechanic also plays a key role in teaching and training other associates by passing on their in-depth rental repair and equipment knowledge.
The Sr. Field Mechanic is required to be on call with a rotating schedule, including nights and weekends and performs other duties listed on this job description as well as other duties assigned by the Rental Repair Supervisor.
The Sr. Field Mechanic is also referred to as a Sr. Field Rental Technician.
We’re proud to be on the 2022 Forbes World’s Best Employers list. The Home Depot is growing – grow your career with us. We’re building a pipeline of talented candidates for future openings and that’s where you come in.
Key Responsibilities:
- 10% Communicate Operating Procedures – Provides expert knowledge to all Rental associates and customer in the proper operation of the equipment and standard operating procedures
- 70% Diagnose, Maintain and Repair Equipment – Diagnose, maintain and repair all components of the machine, including gas and diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, fuel systems, and brake systems
- 10% Document Work – Documents all work performed on tablet technology, including completion of work orders to capture parts usage and labor, performing parts inventory counts, etc.; Performs aerial lift inspections according to required checklist
- 5% Operate Forklift – Safely operates forklift to load, unload, and move equipment and materials in the shop and yard
- 5% Proper Storage and Disposal of Materials – Follows safety protocol, including proper storage of supplies and fuel, proper disposal of waste oils and fluids, and proper lifting and moving of materials and equipment
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
- This position typically reports to Rental Repair Supervisor
- This position has 0 Direct Reports
Travel Requirements:
- Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.
Physical Requirements:
- Must continuously stand or walk or regularly requires lifting/handling/carrying material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).
Working Conditions:
- Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, fumes or odors.
Bonus Eligible401(k) Company MatchingEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramMultisite – An associate in a multisite role is required to work from multiple locations (e.g., Home Depot locations and/or a customers’ homes) in order to complete their job duties. We also refer to this as location – multisite.
Learn more about our 4 different work locations. Additional information will be provided during the application process.
As part of the application process for this role, there will be an on-line assessment. The assessment usually takes about 17 minutes to complete. You will be directed to the assessment link immediately after submitting your application. Once you click on the link, you will need to complete it within 72 hours after starting it. You may stop and restart the assessment as many times as you like within the 72-hour time frame.
During the assessment, we’ll ask you questions about your approach to work and various work-related situations. The questions are based on characteristics that are related to performing successfully in hourly roles at The Home Depot, including:
- Professional Experience
- Learning Potential
- Responsibility
- Customer Focus
If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation related to the assessment, or you would like to obtain more information about the assessment, click here to learn more.
Healthcare Options
Profit-Sharing Bonuses
Tuition Reimbursement
Discounts on Cell Phones, Gyms, and More
Store Location
LA01
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Baton Rouge, LA
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