Field Technician - Heavy Equipment
About The Position
This is a key role in our company in which our technicians are responsible for diagnosing and repairing Caterpillar equipment, including removing, repairing, assembling, and installing. They will also be responsible for diagnosing and troubleshooting engines, powertrains, electrical, and hydraulic systems. Technicians will use CAT diagnostic equipment, CAT repair tooling, rigging, and blocking equipment. This role also involves planning and organizing multiple projects with an emphasis on controlling job costs, investigating, analyzing, and identifying problems to make recommendations. Effective communication with a variety of people, using strong interpersonal and writing skills for utilizing internal software and other software programs, is also a key responsibility.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, or a graduate of a 2-4 year vocational technical school training institution or equivalent experience
- Valid driver's license (used for potential forklift driving and operation of equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, hoists, cranes, pressure washers, etc.)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products and Outlook
- Ability to stand up to eight hours per day, including twisting, bending, squatting, sitting, stooping, and kneeling
- Flexibility to travel for extended periods to work with customers
Nice To Haves
- Experience working at a Caterpillar (CAT) dealership or with CAT products is ideal
Responsibilities
- Diagnosing and repairing Caterpillar equipment, including removing, repairing, assembling, and installing
- Diagnosing and troubleshooting engines, powertrains, electrical, and hydraulic systems
- Using CAT diagnostic equipment, CAT repair tooling, rigging, and blocking equipment
- Planning and organizing multiple projects with an emphasis on controlling job costs
- Investigating, analyzing, and identifying problems to make recommendations
- Communicating effectively with a variety of people, using strong interpersonal and writing skills for utilizing internal software and other software programs
Benefits
- health benefits
- vacation
- sick leave
- life insurance
- 401(k) with profit sharing and company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
