Machine Control Technician

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!

Machine Control Technician 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

Machine Control Technician Position Purpose

Responsible for supporting customer’s needs in addition to training, troubleshooting, installing, and repairing machine control systems and providing technical assistance with factory field control integration, Komatsu Smart Construction products, Topcon’s aftermarket machine control products and other products related to machine control and technology.

Machine Control Technician Essential Functions

Communicates and supports the Kirby Smith vision and core values of One Mission, One Team, One Plan, One Goal

Installs, removes, troubleshoots, and repairs the grade control systems utilized in equipment sold, rented, and serviced

Coordinates grade control demonstrations with the internal sales force and customers

Provides product support and training during demonstrations in addition to after-sale support and training

Develops and maintains a complete working knowledge of the manufacturer’s smart construction products as well as Topcon Grading Systems

Develops an awareness of the competition and competitive products and industry trends

Understands customer’s overall equipment needs and identifies new areas of business opportunity

Sells equipment, parts, accessories, rentals, and service as a total customer solution and build long-term relationships within the territory to maximize customer and company profitability

Provides timely follow-up with customers and the sales team to ensure the best possible customer experience

Uses company systems and tools to document, track, follow up and capture all sales and product support activity in a timely and accurate manner

Ensures consistent and reliable on-site attendance

Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Machine Control Technician Minimum Qualifications

High School Education or equivalent

Minimum two (2) years of experience with electronics, mechanical, hydraulics, or electrical

Ability to learn heavy equipment operation for the purpose of demonstration and training.

Knowledge of and experience with GPS products preferred

Experience in problem-solving technical issues preferred

Proficient with using computer networks, systems, and software

Land/Construction Surveying knowledge with the ability to utilize land/construction surveying equipment a plus

Ability to weld and knowledge/understanding of machine hydraulic systems a plus

Machine Control Technician Physical Requirements

Pushing/Pulling/Lifting/Carrying up to 50 pounds without assistance

Physical ability to squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb, and reach overhead

Must be able to work in extreme heat or cold and/or wet, damp, dusty, or windy conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noises, hazardous materials, and fumes/odors

Physical ability to perform maintenance on equipment for extended hours of time 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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.