Heavy Equipment Field Mechanic

Empire Cat•Mammoth Lakes, CA

About The Position

Repair, recondition, and service Caterpillar and other Empire line allied machines, systems, and components in the field, and prepare equipment for delivery. Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions and failures in machine and engine systems and their components. The role involves working in adverse weather conditions, accepting out-of-town assignments requiring extended overnight stays, traveling to remote locations as needed, and working overtime as needed. Communicate equipment conditions, problems, recommendations, instructions, and explanations to associates, clients, and management. This is designated as a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Current driver’s license.
At least 6 months of related experience.
Completion of TRAIN test evaluation.
Ability to speak, read, comprehend, and write in English.
Required DOT licensing, medical card, and endorsements as dictated by vehicle size.
Ability to obtain and maintain a CDL if required by state or federal law.
Knowledge of CAT machine components and systems.
Technical skill competence and knowledge and skills to operate and understand diagnostic equipment, including computerized instrumentation.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing about vehicle, component, and equipment conditions, problems, recommendations, and repair processes.
Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively.
Acceptable attendance to meet company standards and requirements.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds; sitting, standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping or kneeling.
Specific vision abilities including close, distance, and peripheral vision.
Appropriate conduct and grooming in accordance with company policy.
Willingness to work in adverse weather and travel for assignments that may require extended overnight stays.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and failures.
Repair, recondition, and maintain equipment and components.
Prepare equipment for delivery and complete service reports.
Plan and control the cost of repair jobs.
Maintain good client relations and support corporate marketing objectives.
Keep company equipment clean and orderly.
Work safely and adhere to applicable safety policies, company policies, procedures, and standards.
Own and maintain required personal tools.
Learn and use Empire, Caterpillar, and allied product procedures and systems.
Maintain a current MSHA card if required by the work area.
Provide on-the-job training to technicians and helpers as assigned.
Make warranty recommendations.
Communicate with appropriate individuals to clarify instructions and discuss job scope or progress.
Travel to remote locations and accept out-of-town assignments requiring extended overnight stays as needed.
Work overtime as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned and promote corporate values.