Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

Carter Machinery Careers • Sterling, VA

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About The Position

Carter Machinery is hiring a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician in Dulles, Virginia, for the first shift. The role services, diagnoses, repairs, and rebuilds Caterpillar and allied equipment and components. The technician uses troubleshooting techniques and repair procedures, interprets operating, maintenance, and service manuals and bulletins, and completes parts requisitions, returns, service reports, and other required documentation. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is offered to eligible new hires.

The position calls for a self-directed technician who can work with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment, coordinate with a team on continuous-improvement goals, promote a positive customer experience, and uphold Carter Machinery’s Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, and Teamwork. The posting notes that shifts may include days, nights, and/or weekends as needed to meet customer needs.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience with heavy construction equipment and work tool repair.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Self-directed, with the ability to work with limited supervision.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent troubleshooting skills, including the ability to accurately diagnose and repair equipment.
• Willingness to work shifts as needed, including days, nights, and/or weekends, to meet customer needs.
• Proficiency using a computer, Microsoft Office products, and service software required for the position.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Apply troubleshooting techniques and determine proper repair procedures for assigned work orders.
• Service, diagnose, and repair Caterpillar and allied equipment.
• Disassemble and inspect equipment, determine needed parts, and reassemble to factory specifications.
• Rebuild engines and components, including transmissions, differentials, electrical systems, and computers.
• Perform electrical and computer repairs.
• Interpret and use information from operating, maintenance, and service manuals and bulletins.
• Prepare parts requisitions and returns, accurate and complete service reports, and other necessary reports and forms.
• Coordinate with the team to achieve continuous-improvement goals and objectives.
• Promote a positive customer experience and uphold the company’s Core Values.

Benefits

• $1,500 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with a company match of $0.75 to $1.25 per dollar, up to 6%.
• Life and disability insurance.
• In-house training instructors and programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Tool allowances and tool loans.
• Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles.
• Opportunities for overtime.
• Shift differential, if applicable.
• Potential participation in performance-based incentive programs.
• Overtime eligibility, depending on the role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED