Power Field Service Technician

Altorfer CAT • Addison, IL

82d • $28 - $56 • Onsite

About The Position

Altorfer is hiring a Union Power Field Service Technician to troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and maintain Cat and non-Cat power systems equipment, including engine and generator sets. The position works primarily at customer job sites in a mix of field and shop environments and represents Altorfer professionally while serving customers. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The role is part of Local 701 and includes union wages, annual and classification-based wage increases, Caterpillar technical training, a field service truck, uniforms, and access to special tools. The company describes its culture as collaborative and family-oriented, and offers employer-funded union healthcare and a union pension, along with other benefits and education assistance.

Requirements

• At least four years of experience in electric power generator maintenance and repair.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining efficiency and cleanliness.
• Good decision-making skills and ability to follow directions.
• Effective communication skills and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to write technical reports and use available resources to obtain information.
• Basic knowledge of office software, preferably MS Word, Excel, and email.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to walk, bend, and continuously lift up to 75–100 pounds.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair Power Systems equipment.
• Complete service reports, preventive maintenance checklists, and timecards within department guidelines.
• Use SIS, ET, parts information, and service manuals to perform service tasks.
• Take ownership of jobs, segment tasks appropriately, and order parts as needed.
• Communicate job status effectively to customers and office personnel.
• Conduct visual inspections and testing of Cat and non-Cat engine and generator sets, documenting deficiencies during preventive maintenance service.
• Perform preventive maintenance and testing on Cat and non-Cat engine and generator sets.

Benefits

• Employer-funded union healthcare coverage.
• Union pension plan.
• Paid holidays.
• Three paid personal days.
• Paid funeral leave.
• One week (40 hours) of vacation after one year of full-time employment.
• Education assistance.
• Tool insurance.
• Caterpillar online and in-person technical training programs.
• Field service truck, uniforms, and access to special tools.
• Annual increases and progressive classification wage increases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed