Engine Service Tech 1 - Truck Shop

Hawthorne Machinery Co.•San Diego, CA

3d•$34 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

We Build Better Communities Be Part of the Hawthorne Difference! 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. POSITION SUMMARY: The Engine Service Tech 1 troubleshoots mechanical problems in Caterpillar and allied products. With supervision, performs duties as assigned by management in the repair, maintenance and/or rebuilding of equipment in the service shop or field, in a safe, efficient and capable manner in the least amount of labor hours necessary and without re-work. Besides performing mechanical repair as directed, this position also estimates work orders and prepares written quotes for submission to the Lead Person and/or Service Supervisor.

Requirements

Must have a valid Class C Drivers License with a clean driving record.
Must have a valid California Class “B” driver’s license, if assigned vehicle requires.
Zero to three (0 to 3) years of experience in the repair of on-highway trucks and buses.
Expertise in all phases of on-highway truck service operation.
Full and positive knowledge of the Caterpillar product line and allied products.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent or can provide verification of all formal classroom study or hands on experience related to heavy equipment repairs.
Furnish all hand tools required to repair, test and diagnose hydraulic, air, power train, electrical, and electronic systems on all makes of trucks and Caterpillar engines.

Nice To Haves

Some high dollar value tooling is supplied by Hawthorne Machinery Co.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoots all Caterpillar and related systems.
Uses all test and diagnostic equipment available to make adjustments to truck engines and systems.
Makes warranty recommendations.
Performs minor welding, fabrication, plumbing alignment and D.C. electric repairs.
Guides/supervises lower-level technicians in the repairs of trucks and Caterpillar engines.
Performs other duties as directed by foreman or service manager.