Equipment Technician III: Engines, Hydraulics & Powertrains

Hawthorne Cat; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Possible sign-on bonus

Possible relocation benefits

Tool stipend

Tuition reimbursement

Company-supplied uniforms

Advanced technical training

Job summary

Hawthorne Cat in Hawaii is seeking a skilled Tech 3 to join our service team. Under the Service Manager, you will perform high-skill work repairing, reconditioning, testing, and adjusting equipment Hawthorne sells.

You will remove, install, recondition, and repair engines and powertrain components, run diagnostic tests, and ensure work meets flat-rate standards. The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, PC skills, forklift certification or eligibility, and owning hand

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Proficiency with PC applications.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Must own hand tools suitable for the work.

Responsibilities

• Remove, install, recondition, and repair engines and related components.
• Perform diagnostic tests on engines for power/starting issues and performance.
• Inspect and repair powertrain components including transmissions and clutches.
• Meet flat rate targets as established by Caterpillar and industry standards.
• Contribute to team effort and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Driver's License

Forklift certification (or eligible)

Own hand tools

Tools

Forklift certification

PC skills

Job description

Hawthorne Cat in Hawaii is seeking a skilled Tech 3 to join our service team. Under the Service Manager, you will perform high-skill work repairing, reconditioning, testing, and adjusting equipment Hawthorne sells.

You will remove, install, recondition, and repair engines and powertrain components, run diagnostic tests, and ensure work meets flat-rate standards. The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, PC skills, forklift certification or eligibility, and owning hand