Field Mechanic Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Current driver’s license.
• Required DOT licensing, medical card, and endorsements as vehicle size dictates.
• Minimum of 6 months of related experience.
• Completion of TRAIN test evaluation.
• Ability to communicate in English: speak, read, comprehend, and write.
• Demonstrated technical skill competence.
• Knowledge and skills to operate and understand diagnostic equipment, including computerized instrumentation.
• Knowledge of CAT machine components and systems.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing about equipment conditions, problems, recommendations, and repair processes.
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a CDL if required by state or federal law.
• Acceptable attendance to meet company standards and requirements.
• Ability to own and maintain required personal tools.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and failures.
• Repair, recondition, and maintain equipment and components.
• Prepare equipment for delivery.
• Maintain good client relations and support corporate marketing objectives.
• Prepare service reports.
• Plan and control the cost of repair jobs.
• Maintain company equipment in clean and orderly condition.
• Work safely and comply with applicable safety policies, company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Maintain required personal tools.
• Learn and use Empire, Caterpillar, and allied product procedures and systems.
• Maintain a current MSHA card if required by the work area.
• Provide on-the-job training to technicians and helpers as assigned.
• Make warranty recommendations.
• Clarify instructions and discuss the scope or progress of jobs with appropriate individuals.
• Travel to remote locations and work overtime as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and promote corporate values.