Field Service Tech: Heavy Construction Equipment (CAT)

Thompson Machinery; Tennessee; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Vision & dental

Disability insurance

401k matching

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

Thompson Machinery is seeking a Field Service Technician to service Caterpillar diesel powered construction equipment across Tennessee and surrounding regions. The role involves diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and on-site repairs performed largely independently from a company field service truck.

You will interpret manuals, use test equipment, and communicate with customers to ensure high-quality service and safety.

Qualifications

• Field Service Technician training or equipment service and maintenance training through accredited technical schools, equipment dealerships or manufacturer training preferred. High school diploma required.
• Five (5) or more years’ experience with equipment diagnostics and advanced troubleshooting on construction equipment. Candidates with limited equipment experience, but with strong engine experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical instructions, safety manuals, service manuals, company policies and procedures.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and high-quality repair service on construction equipment, engines, and power trains to respond to customer needs in a positive, safe, and timely manner.
• Travel within an assigned region and work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays as required.

Skills

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Tool proficiency

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Technical training

Five years experience

Tools

CAT diagnostic tools

Multimeters

Torque wrenches

Job description

Thompson Machinery is seeking a Field Service Technician to service Caterpillar diesel powered construction equipment across Tennessee and surrounding regions. The role involves diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and on-site repairs performed largely independently from a company field service truck.

You will interpret manuals, use test equipment, and communicate with customers to ensure high-quality service and safety.