Senior Operator

Caterpillar Inc.•Green Valley, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. As Senior Operator you will perform engineering evaluations of various models of construction and mining equipment, utilizing advanced operating skills and safe work practices. Performs operational evaluations of major equipment systems including but not limited to engine, transmission, final drive, hydraulics, electrical, etc.

Requirements

5 years of experience in operating construction and/or mining equipment.
Knowledge of field applications.
Ability to diagnose application problems, and the potential to deal successfully with new concepts and analytical requirements.
Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with the technical staff, visitors, and customers.
Must have basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Reads schematics, service manuals, and work orders for directions and safe operating practices.
Evaluates performance characteristics, serviceability, and safety aspects of all equipment.
Works with minimal supervision to perform all jobs.
Performs basic mechanical work.
Communicates through verbal and written reports with technical staff, visitors, customers, and other employees.
Uses operational diagnostics and limited instrumentation to determine the root cause of problems.
Plans and performs equipment demonstrations for engineering, visitors, or customers.
Provides basic operator skills training for staff and visitors.
Works effectively in a team environment.
Shifts easily into the role of either team member or team leader.