SPECIALTY RECON ASSEMBLY TECHNICIAN

Carter Machinery•Salem, VA

35d•$26 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Specialty Recon Assembly Technician performs repairs, reconditioning, and servicing of heavy equipment and components in a shop environment. Responsibilities include evaluating, diagnosing, and repairing radiators, small engines, large engines, hydraulic systems, and Caterpillar and non-Caterpillar transmissions. The role may involve operating heavy machinery and working varied shifts to meet customer needs.

Requirements

Ability to logically and effectively diagnose failures, including failure analysis.
Familiarity with standard soldering concepts, practices, and procedures.
Good troubleshooting skills and strong mechanical aptitude.
Ability to complete repairs with little to no supervision.
Ability to interact positively with supervisors and understand problems and concerns relating to repairs.
Good communication skills.
Ability to work in stressful situations, including emergencies, and perform when speed and deadlines are required.
Self-directed and organized, with the ability to interact with coworkers and train new mechanics.
Ability to work as an integral part of a team.
Excellent driving record.
Minimum of 3 years' experience troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and servicing heavy equipment components.
High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Caterpillar or related equipment industry, military equipment, or completion of a diesel school program.
Experience with Caterpillar equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, diagnose, and repair radiators, small engines, large engines, hydraulic systems, and Caterpillar and non-Caterpillar transmissions.
Repair, recondition, and service heavy equipment and components.
Occasionally operate heavy machinery.
Work shifts as needed, including days, nights, and/or weekends, to meet customer needs.
Interact positively with supervisors to understand problems and concerns relating to repairs.
Train new mechanics and work collaboratively with coworkers as part of a team.
Promote a positive customer experience.
Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.

Benefits

$1,500 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires; special rules and restrictions may apply to rehires.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off.
401(k) with a $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.
Life and disability insurance.
In-house training instructors and programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee referral bonus program.
Tool allowances and tool loans.
Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles.
Opportunities for overtime.
Shift differential, if applicable.
Potential participation in performance-based incentive programs.