Power Systems Rental Shop Mechanic

Empire Cat•Phoenix, AZ

14d•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 electrical, hydraulic, and power train malfunctions and failures, and identify root causes using electronic tools, schematics, and other troubleshooting methods. Communicate equipment conditions, machine status, and recommendations effectively to clients, associates, and management. The position includes maintaining client relations; preparing service reports; planning and controlling repair costs; keeping company equipment clean and orderly; and following safety policies, company procedures, and standards. Additional duties include maintaining personal tools, learning and using Empire, Caterpillar, and allied-product procedures and systems, making warranty recommendations, clarifying job instructions and progress, and providing on-the-job training as assigned. A current MSHA card is required when the work area requires it. Overtime and travel to remote locations may be needed. The role is designated as safety-sensitive. Work is performed in a shop environment. The employee regularly encounters moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, and outside weather conditions, and frequently encounters wet or humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat. Noise is usually loud. Physical demands include sitting, standing, walking, using hands, talking, hearing, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping or kneeling, and regularly 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 and knowledge of operating scanning and diagnostic tools.
Knowledge and skills to operate and understand diagnostic equipment, 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 described physical demands, including standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping or kneeling.

Nice To Haves

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

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 in good, orderly condition.
Work safely and comply with 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 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 job scope and progress.
Work overtime as needed and travel to remote locations as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned and promote corporate values.