Engine Service Tech 1 - Power Rentals

Hawthorne Machinery Co.San Diego, CA
Onsite

About The Position

Hawthorne Cat is a family-owned company that has led its markets for over 60 years in the sale, rental, and servicing of construction machinery and power generation equipment for industries on which our communities depend like agriculture, construction, marine, and government. Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success. Hawthorne Cat hires individuals who share our vision of Building Better Communities with our Customers and our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence (PRIDE). If you are looking to build your future with an established, thriving company with countless opportunities for growth and advancement, you’ve come to the right place! At Hawthorne Cat, we’re always looking for exceptionally skilled, hardworking individuals interested in contributing to our success and the success of the communities that we serve. Our people are our most valuable asset. That’s why at Hawthorne Cat we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Two years of experience with hands on mechanical repair on diesel engine.
  • Must have valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
  • Shop Requirements: Valid California Class “C” driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • Field Requirements: Valid California Class “B” driver’s license with a clean driving record, if assigned vehicle is required.
  • Furnish all hand tools required to repair, test and diagnose hydraulic (truck), air (truck), power train (truck), electrical and electronic systems on Caterpillar equipment.

Nice To Haves

  • Successful completion of apprenticeship program.
  • Graduation from an accredited technical school with emphasis on diesel engine.

Responsibilities

  • Perform all requirements found in Caterpillar Engine Operation & Maintenance Manual.
  • Perform new and used equipment start-up for delivery to end-user.
  • Perform Caterpillar updates as directed by Caterpillar.
  • Remove, install, re-condition and repair engines and make necessary adjustments on the engine as well as to the components in the various systems.
  • Perform diagnostic tests on engines.
  • Troubleshoot all Caterpillar and allied product systems.
  • Disassemble, clean and reassemble all Caterpillar and allied product machines.
  • Use all test and diagnostic equipment available to make adjustments to engines.
  • Make warranty recommendations and reports in representation of a CAT product.
  • Measure and identify parts and components for reusability or replacement and ordering new parts as required.
  • Perform minor welding and fabrication.
  • This position requires work to be completed within 110% of any Flat Rate times that are established as targets by HPS.
  • Rework must not exceed 0.5% of labor hours.
  • Performs other duties as directed by foreman or service manager.

Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation
  • A great work environment and culture
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities
  • Training
  • Medical, Dental and Vision plans
  • Medical Video Appointments available
  • Health Savings Account available
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) Pay
  • 401(k) Plan + Company Matching
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Legal Plan
  • Travel Assistance Plan
  • Wellness Programs
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Longevity Bonus Program
  • Recognition Programs and much more
  • Hawthorne CAT discounts
  • Boot Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Company-Supplied Uniforms
  • Advanced Technical Training

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

501-1,000 employees

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