FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Carter Machinery•Chesapeake, VA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring a Field Service Technician in Chesapeake, Virginia. The Field Service Technician is responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing heavy equipment at customer sites. A sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 is available for eligible new hires. Minimum of three years' relevant heavy equipment field experience is required to be eligible for the $5,000 sign-on bonus. Candidates with less than 3 years’ heavy equipment field experience are eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Bonuses are made in 2 equal installments at 90 days and 180 days of employment.

Requirements

Previous experience performing mechanical service and repairs to Caterpillar and related competitive equipment.
High school diploma or GED required.
Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Excellent mechanical aptitude.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to interact professionally with customers and all of levels of personnel within the organization.
Strong communicator with excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Self-directed and well organized with the ability to prioritize workload while providing excellent customer service.
Ability to learn and apply new knowledge.
Proficient use of technical software, databases and manuals.
Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent driving record and the ability to obtain a CDL.
Ability to become DOT certified with DOT Medical Card.
Ability to work any shift and overtime as needed to meet business and customer demands.
Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
Frequently required to sit.
Must regularly lift and/or more up to 70 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Apply troubleshooting techniques and determine proper repair procedures on all assigned work orders.
Service, diagnose and repair all machine components and systems, including engine/components air conditioning units; change hoses; repair cylinders, buckets, and booms; at customer’s jobsite.
Disassemble, inspect and determine parts needed. Reassemble to factory specifications.
Interact with customer and answer repair-related questions as required. Refer non-repair related questions to supervisor.
Perform minor electrical and computer repairs.
Interpret and utilize information from operating, maintenance and service manuals/bulletins.
Prepare parts requisitions, parts returns, accurate and complete service reports, and other necessary reports and forms.
Clearly and concisely document all work and repairs completed in a timely manner.
Maintain work area, tools and equipment to promote a clean and safe environment.
Work in coordination with team to achieve Continuous Improvement goals and objectives.
Perform various other duties as assigned.