Field Technician - Heavy Equipment
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Technician to travel in a company truck to customer sites and diagnose, repair, and maintain CAT equipment. The position involves troubleshooting and repairing engines, powertrains, electrical systems, and hydraulic systems, as well as using CAT diagnostic equipment and repair tooling. The technician plans and organizes multiple projects with an emphasis on controlling job costs, investigates and analyzes problems, and makes recommendations. The role requires effective communication and interpersonal skills, including writing and using internal and other software programs. Extended travel to work with customers may be required. Harnish Group Inc. is the Caterpillar Dealer in Central and Western Washington, Central and Eastern Montana, Northwestern Wyoming, Northwestern North Dakota, and Alaska. Its member companies represent Caterpillar and other manufacturers. The company has been family owned and managed since 1929 and has over 1,200 employees.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of heavy equipment mechanic or technician experience; technical education may substitute for up to two years of experience.
- Valid driver's license.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and Outlook.
- Ability to stand for up to eight hours per day and perform 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
- Travel to customer sites in a company truck to diagnose, repair, and maintain CAT equipment.
- Diagnose and repair Caterpillar equipment, including removing, repairing, assembling, and installing components.
- Troubleshoot engines, powertrains, electrical systems, and hydraulic systems.
- Use CAT diagnostic equipment, CAT repair tooling, rigging, and blocking equipment.
- Plan and organize multiple projects with an emphasis on controlling job costs.
- Investigate, analyze, and identify problems and make recommendations.
- Communicate effectively with a variety of people, including through writing and use of internal and other software programs.
Benefits
- Hourly wage of $52.85–$56.85 per hour.
- 401(k) with company match and profit sharing.
- Paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave.
- Premera Blue Cross medical insurance with telehealth and dental.
- VSP vision insurance.
- Company-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Quarterly employee recognition cash program.
- CAT products and rental/sales discounts.
- Career growth opportunities.
- Seniority bonus starting at five or more years.
- Employee referral bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
