Diesel and Gas Engine Service Technician

Louisiana Cat•Bossier City, LA

5d•$60,000 - $120,000

About The Position

POWER UP YOUR CAREER WITH LOUISIANA CAT Louisiana Cat has been proud to represent Caterpillar® for 4 continuous generations in the state of Louisiana. We have been providing our customers with the highest quality Cat® equipment, service, and parts since 1933. We serve to build and power our community for a better future. We are always searching for high energy, ambitious candidates who are ready to join our team. You can build your future here! THE OPPORTUNITY We are seeking experienced Diesel and Gas Engine Service Technicians to join our Bossier City, Louisiana operations. YEARLY POTENTIAL $60,000 - $120,000 yearly The yearly range indicated is representative of the hourly rate, including typical overtime. This range is based on a technician’s experience, skills, education and training. For technicians, overtime is typically calculated on a daily basis after 8 hours worked.

Requirements

Expert knowledge of Caterpillar natural gas engines ranging from G3300 - G3600, electrical systems, controls, etc.
Understanding full functionality of Adem III & Adem IV controls
Advanced knowledge of mechanical and electrical failure analysis
Fully understand the performance of Caterpillar Gas Compression engines
Ability to occasionally lift 50 pounds from floor to chest.
Ability to reach and use the arms within a full range of motion in order to retrieve stocked parts.
Ability to endure prolonged stooping, kneeling, crouching and squatting while performing mechanical operations.
Must be able to exert push/pull forces with the arms in order to use various wrenches and tools.
Must be able to endure prolonged forward and overhead arm positions while performing mechanical operations.
Must be able to use the hands to grasp hand tools and parts.
Must have the ability to climb onto and operate equipment.
Must have the ability to operate and maintain a field service vehicle with GVW of less than 26,000 lbs.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe and well-organized work environment with respect to co-workers and customers
Fill out a detailed JSA that follows Louisiana Cat standards
Perform all essential duties requested by Supervisor
Demonstrate expert troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical issues
Perform any scheduled or unscheduled maintenance without any technical assistance
Create a detailed report of initial and final conclusions
Provide professional customer service and effectively communicate issues or findings to customer
Lead a team performing Major Maintenance or Overhauls in the field
Tune & adjust engine for proper emissions regulations and fuel efficiency
Efficiently utilize Cat SIS WEB & ET
Install Factory Passwords and Flash Files
Perform Engine Alignment

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, $50,000 Company Funded Life Policy (if enrolled in Health)
Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer, Supplemental Life and additional voluntary policies
401K Plan with Company Match
Paid Holidays & Vacation
Technician Tool Loan Program up to $2,000
Safety Boot / Safety Prescription Glasses Allowances
Employee Discounts
Credit Union
Technician Career Development Program - Shop & Field Service Training