Service Technician, Shop - Earthmoving 1st Shift at Milton CAT

Milton CAT is seeking an experienced Earthmoving Service Technician. Technicians are responsible for the diagnosis, repair, reconditioning, overhaul and maintenance of customer and company heavy equipment and components. Depending on the location and assignment, the technician will be responsible for some or all of the functions and duties listed below. These repairs may require working hours in addition to the normal work schedule for emergency calls or routine service as required.

Milton CAT offers challenging career opportunities, extensive training and employee development along with an opportunity to grow your career and thrive under our reputation for excellence. Whether you’re looking for a steady job with great benefits, or an exciting place to start your career and grow within the organization, Milton CAT can meet your needs!  We offer excellent benefits and supply you with the tools you need to maximize your potential.

Pay Rate:  Minimum starting wage of $19.51 - $34.61/hour based on location and experience. This is a union position.

Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off + 8 company paid holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance options for Employee and Family
• Disability & Life Insurance Packages
• Competitive Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement – available to FT employees with 1 year+ of service
• Additional supplemental offerings and discount programs
• Employee Referral Program

• Removes, disassembles, assembles, and installs components and parts.
• Identify the problem and cause of failure through logical troubleshooting steps.
• Determines reusability of parts in accordance with published Caterpillar reusability guidelines.
• Orders replacement parts ensuring that parts ordered are correct and complete at time of order.
• Cleans, repairs, reconditions, and maintains equipment and components.
• Tests, measures, and adjusts engine and machine systems and components.
• Prepares, inspects and operates machines prior to delivery.
• Keeps up to date with developments in tooling, technologies and systems.
• Prepares inspection and appraisal reports.
• Prepares accurate and complete service reports timely.
• Maintain a professional and proper personal appearance at all times adhering to company policy.
• Flexible to work after hours when needed to meet customer needs.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.

• High school diploma or (GED) equivalent.
• Three years experience as an earthmoving shop technician on heavy equipment.
• Experience on CAT heavy equipment or similar equipment.
• Heavy equipment service/maintenance knowledge.
• Proficient in mechanical systems (transmissions, engines, hydraulics, etc.).
• Proficient in the use of a computer and related software (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Strong problem solving skills and be detailed oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong math skills.
• Able to lift more than 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform duties with a sense of urgency, exceeding customer expectations.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to work in a dynamic, fast paced service environment.
• Maintain a tool inventory sufficient to perform assigned tasks.

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Associates degree in a related field is preferred.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Your supervisor may request and assign you similar duties.

Resumes that are mailed, emailed or hand-delivered to Milton CAT or any employee will not be considered.  You must apply online.  A background check and drug test are required as part of our pre-employment process.

Milton CAT is an equal opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace.  We encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women.  Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, handicap, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.  We base all employment decisions to further this principle of equal employment opportunity.  VEVRAA Federal Contractor.  EEO/AA employer.