Field Service Technician

Ohio Cat; Perrysburg (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Company service truck

Paid vacation

Job summary

Ohio CAT seeks a Field Service Technician to travel to customer sites, diagnose and repair heavy equipment, and perform service using a company service truck. The role requires studying new skills and technical information to stay proficient, with hands-on work in various environments and adherence to safety procedures.

Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to follow manufacturer updates are essential, along with clear verbal and written communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction or heavy equipment service and repair.
• Must be able to follow technical material and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair heavy equipment drive-train components, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Work from an Ohio CAT service truck in various environmental conditions.
• Travel frequently to Ohio CAT and customer sites.

Skills

Technical service

Electrical systems

DC electrical

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Description

Ohio CAT offers challenging career opportunities, extensive training, employee development, and an opportunity to grow your career and thrive at Ohio CAT.

Description

Ohio CAT offers challenging career opportunities, extensive training, employee development, and an opportunity to grow your career and thrive at Ohio CAT.

Job Summary

This position will require frequent travel to Ohio CAT and customer locations. A willingness to study and learn new skills and technical information related to the job is required. Field Servicemen troubleshoot and safely repair general heavy equipment drive-train components, electrical and hydraulic systems, and standard machine repairs. You will work from an Ohio CAT service truck in the natural elements.

Competencies

• General technical service skills, mechanical aptitude, or experience with construction or heavy equipment, and strong DC electrical and machine electronic systems knowledgeare required.
• Must demonstrate the ability to follow technical material and apply processes and procedures as necessary to complete manufacturers’ updates.
• Must be organized, self-motivated, and able to work without direct supervision—excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Strong computer and software skills are required.

Job Qualifications

• High school graduate minimum, College and continued education in a technical field are a plus. Experience related to construction or heavy equipment service and repair is required.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record following Ohio CAT standards (4 or fewer moving violation points).

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Carrying 40 lb. Lift/Carry and 50lb pulling

Standing/Sitting Up and down stairs, standing, sitting, and climbing into machines

Dexterity Normal

Repetitive Motions: Frequent movements requiring the use of hands, wrists, and fingers.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in office settings and moderate to loud in other situations, with both constant and sudden loud noises possible.

Employee Benefits

• Employer-sponsored pension plan
• Competitive pay rate, including a$2.25 per hour Field-service differential, and a company service truck.
• First-year vacation and personal time, which is built based on the length of service.
• Two different Health Insurance options, including a Health Savings Account (HSA)option.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Credit Union Access
• Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Scholarship opportunities for employees' spouses and children, through the Ohio Machinery Education and Opportunity Foundation
• Company SuccessShare bonuses
• Company provided and laundered uniforms.
• Continued technical and professional training.

EEO, Veterans & Disabled Employer, and VEVRAA/503 Federal Contractor.

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