Mining Equipment Field Surface Mechanic

Empire Cat•Winnemucca, NV

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 may involve adverse weather, remote locations, and out-of-town assignments requiring extended overnight stays. Communicate equipment conditions, problems, recommendations, instructions, and repair processes to associates, clients, and management. This is designated as a safety-sensitive position. The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, and outdoor weather conditions; frequent exposures include wet or humid conditions and extreme cold or heat. Noise levels are usually loud. Physical duties include sitting, using hands, talking or hearing, standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping or kneeling. The employee may need to lift or move up to 60 pounds. Close, distance, and peripheral vision are required.

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.
Knowledge and skills to operate and understand diagnostic equipment, including computerized instrumentation.
Demonstrated technical skill competence.
Ability to communicate effectively, work cooperatively, and convey equipment conditions, problems, recommendations, and repair processes.
Ability to meet company attendance standards and requirements.
Ability to perform the stated physical duties, including lifting or moving up to 60 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Forklift operation with appropriate certification(s).
Current MSHA card when required by the work area.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and failures.
Repair, recondition, and maintain equipment and components.
Prepare equipment for delivery and prepare service reports.
Maintain good client relations and support corporate marketing objectives.
Plan and control the cost of repair jobs.
Maintain company equipment in clean and orderly condition.
Work safely and comply with 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 or discuss the scope or progress of a job.
Work overtime as needed and travel to remote locations as needed.
Accept out-of-town assignments requiring extended overnight stays.
Perform other related duties as assigned and promote corporate values.