Heavy Equipment/Aerial Experienced Shop Mechanic

Empire Cat•Elko, NV

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Troubleshoot, repair, recondition, and service Caterpillar and other Empire allied machines, systems, and power train components in a shop environment. Diagnose malfunctions and failures in electrical, hydraulic, and power train components, and identify and evaluate root causes using electronic tools, schematics, and other troubleshooting methods. Communicate equipment conditions, machine status, and recommendations to clients, associates, and management. The role includes repairing, maintaining, and reconditioning equipment and components; preparing service reports; and planning and controlling repair-job costs. The mechanic is expected to maintain company equipment in clean, orderly condition, work safely, and comply with applicable safety policies and company standards. Additional duties include maintaining personal tools, learning Empire, Caterpillar, and allied-product procedures and systems, making warranty recommendations, and providing on-the-job training as assigned. Overtime and travel to remote locations may be needed. This is a safety-sensitive position. Work is performed in a shop environment and may involve moving mechanical parts, elevated or precarious locations, outdoor weather, wet or humid conditions, extreme cold or heat, and loud noise. The job regularly involves sitting, standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping or kneeling, and lifting or moving up to 60 pounds. Forklift operation may be required with appropriate certification.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current driver's license.
At least 6 months of related experience.
Completion of the eTRAIN test evaluation.
Ability to speak, read, comprehend, and write in English.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing about equipment conditions, problems, recommendations, and repair processes.
Basic computer and internet knowledge.
Knowledge of operating scanning and diagnostic tools, including computerized instrumentation.
Knowledge of CAT machine components and systems.
Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively.
Attendance that meets company standards and requirements.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, including standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping or kneeling.

Nice To Haves

Current MSHA card when required by the work area.
Appropriate forklift certification if forklift operation is required.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and failures.
Repair, recondition, and maintain equipment and components.
Maintain good client relations and support corporate marketing objectives.
Prepare service reports.
Plan and control the cost of repair jobs.
Keep company equipment clean and orderly.
Work safely and follow applicable safety policies, company policies, procedures, and standards.
Maintain required personal tools.
Learn and use Empire, Caterpillar, and allied-product procedures and systems.
Maintain a current MSHA card if the work area requires it.
Provide on-the-job training to technicians and helpers as assigned.
Make warranty recommendations.
Clarify instructions and discuss the scope or progress of jobs with appropriate individuals.
Work overtime and travel to remote locations as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned and promote corporate values.
Communicate equipment conditions, problems, recommendations, and repair processes to associates, clients, and management.