Utilities Repair Technician-3rd Shift

Caterpillar•Lafayette, IN

1d•$37 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Utilities Repair Technician needed at The Large Power Systems Division located in Lafayette, IN. In this role, you will be responsible to mechanically troubleshoot and repair complex domestic and foreign machines and related equipment that perform assembly, torque, and material movement functions in the assembly areas. Applicant must possess the ability to troubleshoot and repair the following types of machines and components: mechanical repairs to utilities, test cells, building and grounds, pump rebuilds, HVAC, boiler operation and assembly maintenance. Extensive experience in the mechanical and/or electrical repair of machine tools and related equipment is helpful. Must have successfully completed an approved HVAC training program and possess practical experience in the HVAC field. Possess the ability to install, repair, and maintain hydraulic systems, precision bearings, HVAC, and a variety of other controllers on the machines in the assembly areas. Example of related equipment: Boiler operation, pumps, P&H cranes and hoists, conveyors, torque tools, washers, ABB robots, paint booth, Test Cells. Applicant should have a thorough understanding of leveling and alignment of machines, alignment of shafts, gearing, welding, lubrication principles, pipefitting, and tube bending. Applicant must be willing to work overtime opportunities to support production demands.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of Industrial utilities and repair experience.
Applicant must have the ability to troubleshoot and repair pneumatic, hydraulic systems which may include but not be limited to compressors, valves, etc.…
Applicant should have proven boiler operator experience.
Applicant must be able to read and understand mechanical prints and possess a basic electrical troubleshooting skill.
Applicant must possess basic welding and cutting skills and the ability to operate basic tools to complete the utilities controller job.
Self-starter and self-motivated individual who works well individually in a team environment.
Candidates for all positions must have the ability to work in a fast pace, medium to heavy duty assembly, technical environment.
Work may involve frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling, twisting, turning, climbing, and standing on concrete for 8+ hours.
All positions also require the ability to lift 40 pounds and withstand frequent repetitive movement of hands with a variety of tooling.
Must be able to work in heights and confirmed spaces

Nice To Haves

A background with the ability to troubleshoot and repair large scale dynamometers will be helpful.
Extensive experience in the mechanical and/or electrical repair of machine tools and related equipment is helpful.
Must have successfully completed an approved HVAC training program and possess practical experience in the HVAC field.
A background with ABB robots will be helpful.
Applicant should have a thorough understanding of leveling and alignment of machines, alignment of shafts, gearing, welding, lubrication principles, pipefitting, and tube bending.

Responsibilities

mechanically troubleshoot and repair complex domestic and foreign machines and related equipment that perform assembly, torque, and material movement functions in the assembly areas
troubleshoot and repair the following types of machines and components: mechanical repairs to utilities, test cells, building and grounds, pump rebuilds, HVAC, boiler operation and assembly maintenance
install, repair, and maintain hydraulic systems, precision bearings, HVAC, and a variety of other controllers on the machines in the assembly areas