Undercarriage Field Technician 3

HOLT Group•Irving, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Undercarriage Field Technician 3 performs complex and comprehensive diagnosis and repairs on heavy construction equipment undercarriage at a customer’s field location or in the shop as needed. This role requires advanced skills and the ability to work independently and lead others. The technician is expected to model company values, collaborate effectively, and participate in ongoing self-development. Key responsibilities include performing extensive repairs, basic welding, operating specialized tooling, disassembling and assembling undercarriage components, evaluating undercarriage conditions, preparing service reports, and maintaining company equipment. The role also involves providing leadership, coaching, and mentoring to other technicians, adhering to safety and environmental regulations, and ensuring regular attendance.

Requirements

Must have own tools to perform the duties.
Must have a commercial CDL Class B driver license with a safe driving record.
Must be able to pass a DOT physical.
Must have completed VBL, DiSC, Conflict Resolution, SLII for Supervisors and Principles of Persuasion(POP).
Expert knowledge of construction equipment and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance.
Expert knowledge with current computer software, related hardware, and machine electronic systems.
Knowledge of heavy construction equipment undercarriage - CAT Machines preferred.
Must be able to use a oxyacetylene torch and perform welding as needed.
Excellent work habits, accuracy, attention to detail, and quality of work.
Fully developed technical skills.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Effective influencing skills which include motivating and developing customers and employees.
Time management skills.
Critical thinking and problem solving.
Ability to follow logical troubleshooting & diagnosing procedures.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to follow manufacturer and company installation and service guidelines to ensure quality work.
Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and equipment.
Ability to be self-starting, self-motivated, and be a leader.
Ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Ability to read, write, and understand information.
Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
5 plus years of experience in Heavy Construction Equipment repair preferred.
Undercarriage repair experience is preferred.
Caterpillar certifications is preferred.
Must have a CDL Class B.
Must have a safe driving record.
Must be able to pass a DOT physical.
Must own large and complete assortment of tools and specialized tools to perform the job.

Nice To Haves

CAT ET or CAT SIS

Responsibilities

Performs extensive repairs on equipment undercarriage and undercarriage components in the field or shop as required.
Proficient at removing broken bolts.
Able to perform basic welding needs.
Operates all tooling and machines used in undercarriage rebuilding.
Disassembles, cleans, inspects, repairs, and assembles undercarriage components.
Evaluates, measures, and monitors undercarriage conditions.
Works as a member of a team to provide expert technical and mechanical services that satisfies customer needs and achieves departmental goals.
Works overtime as required by workload and customers’ needs.
Prepares service reports and any other necessary paperwork.
Maintains all company equipment, tools, and work areas in a good, clean, and working order.
Performs and completes all tasks with no supervision.
Provides significant task and behavior-oriented leadership to other Undercarriage Technicians.
Act as a team leader on large projects.
Provides assistance, coaching, and mentoring to other Undercarriage Technicians.
Adheres to contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations.
Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards.
Requires regular and punctual employee attendance.
Performs other duties as assigned.