Engine Service Technician 2 - Truck Shop

Hawthorne Machinery Co.San Diego, CA
Onsite

About The Position

The Engine Service Tech 2 - Truck Shop troubleshoots mechanical problems in Caterpillar and allied products. With minimal supervision, the Engine Service Technician 2 - Truck Shop 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, the Engine Service Technician 2 - Truck Shop 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 Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
  • Must have a valid California Class “B” driver’s license, if assigned vehicle requires.
  • Three to seven (3 to 7) 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 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, Caterpillar and allied engines.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Possible tool stipend
  • Possible sponsored certifications
  • Possible sign-on bonus
  • Possible relocation benefits
  • 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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