Shop Technician

Fabick Cat•Springfield, MO

About The Position

The Shop Technician diagnoses construction equipment repair needs and performs designated repairs on customer- or company-owned machines, including Caterpillar equipment. The role includes troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems; performing preventive maintenance and general machine upkeep; and using diagnostic computers, gauges, and instruments to identify faults across machine systems. The technician may occasionally operate machines to determine repair needs or assess repairs. The position also involves disassembling and assembling machine components to manufacturer specifications, using hand and pneumatic tools and specialized tooling. Duties include occasional basic welding, reading equipment manuals and work orders, researching repair needs and ordering parts, loading or unloading equipment or components, and complying with OSHA safety and health rules. Other duties may be assigned. The work may involve long periods of standing, seasonal heat and cold, oils and greases, noise, outdoor work, and stooping, bending, squatting, or working in a prone position. Shift work on first or second shift may be needed. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions safely.

Requirements

High school education or GED equivalent.
Technical, vocational, trade school education, or equivalent.
Two to five years of experience troubleshooting and repairing heavy equipment; Caterpillar experience is preferred.
Experience diagnosing equipment using laptop computers, gauges, and instruments across electronics, hydraulics, power trains, 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 work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and maintain a high level of organization.
Good problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, good work habits, and above-average math, science, and English skills.
Ability to read and interpret machine schematics.
Self-motivation and desire to perform at one's highest level.
Ability to be MSHA certified if not already certified.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
Ability to perform work involving prolonged standing, outdoor conditions, seasonal heat and cold, oils and greases, noise, and stooping, bending, squatting, or working in a prone position.

Nice To Haves

Caterpillar equipment troubleshooting and repair experience.
Journeyman status.
Proficiency with computers and aspects of Microsoft Office.
Current MSHA certification.

Responsibilities

Diagnose construction equipment repair needs and perform designated repairs on customer- or company-owned machines, including Caterpillar equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Perform preventive maintenance and general machine upkeep.
Use diagnostic laptop computers, gauges, and instruments to detect faults in electronics, hydraulics, power trains, engines, and general machine performance.
Occasionally operate machines to determine repair needs or assess repairs.
Disassemble and assemble machine components to manufacturer specifications using hand tools, pneumatic tools, and specialized tooling.
Occasionally use basic welding equipment.
Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform maintenance and service.
Research repair needs and order parts as needed.
Load or unload equipment or components from customer-owned or common-carrier vehicles.
Comply with OSHA safety and health rules.
Perform other duties as assigned.