Rental Field Service Technician

Fabick Cat•Appleton, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Fabick Cat is seeking a Rental Field Service Technician to diagnose and repair Caterpillar equipment and other machinery. This role involves mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and general machine upkeep. The technician will use diagnostic tools, disassemble and assemble components, and may perform basic welding. Reading manuals, ordering parts, and loading/unloading equipment are also key responsibilities. The company emphasizes a family-like atmosphere and invests in employee development to foster career growth and maintain its legacy of excellent service.

Requirements

High school education or GED equivalent required.
Technical, vocational, or trade school education or equivalent required.
Two to five years' experience troubleshooting and repairing heavy equipment, Caterpillar preferred.
Experience in diagnosing equipment utilizing laptop computers, gauges, and instruments in all machine systems: electronics, hydraulics, power train, engines, and general machine performance.
Knowledge and experience with heavy equipment, mining equipment, systems, engines, and components.
Knowledge of basic tools and tool usage, including basic welding skills.
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment that requires multitasking while maintaining a high level of organization.
Must demonstrate good problem-solving skills, mechanical aptitude, excellent communication skills (oral and written), good work habits, above average math, science, and English skills, the ability to read and interpret machine schematics, self-motivation, and a desire to perform at one's highest level.
MSHA certified, or the ability to be MSHA certified.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman status is preferred.
Proficiency with computers and aspects of Microsoft office desired.

Responsibilities

Diagnose construction equipment repair needs and perform designated repairs on customer or company-owned machines.
Perform mechanic skills including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging and production machines.
Conduct preventive maintenance and general machine upkeep.
Detect faults using diagnostic laptop computers, gauges, and instruments in all machine systems (electronics, hydraulics, power train, engines, general machine performance).
Operate machines occasionally to determine repair needs or assess repairs.
Disassemble and assemble machine components to manufacturer's specifications using hand tools, pneumatic tools, and specialized tooling.
Use basic welding equipment occasionally.
Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders.
Research repair needs and order parts as needed.
Load or unload equipment or components from vehicles.
Comply with OSHA Safety and Health rules.
Perform any and all duties as assigned.