Field Service Technician

Ohio Machinery Company; Piketon (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Company service truck

Health insurance (2 options)

FSA/HSA options

Dental and Vision Insurance

Tuition/Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Ohio CAT is seeking a Field Service Technician to deliver urgent, on-site support for Caterpillar equipment. You will operate from a service pickup truck, performing diagnostics, temporary repairs, and telematics setup to minimize customer downtime.

You will apply your mechanical and electrical skills, utilize CAT diagnostic tools, and escalate complex repairs to the shop or field teams as needed. A valid driver’s license and a strong safety mindset are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with a 2-year tech program in diesel/power equipment.
• At least 3 years of relevant industry experience; 5 years hands-on mechanical repair with diesel, earthmoving or industrial equipment.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate, on-site field service to diagnose and repair equipment to minimize downtime.
• Perform rapid diagnostics, temporary repairs, and ECM flash updates as needed.
• Use Product Link, CAT ET, CAT Inspect, CAT Interact and other tools for fault code analysis.
• Assist with installation of Product Link or telematics hardware and setup.
• Escalate major repairs to shop or field service teams when necessary.
• Adhere to safety procedures and company guidelines.

Skills

Reading & writing

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Computer literacy

CAT equipment knowledge

Diagnostic procedures

Welding (nice to have)

Education

High School Diploma or GED + 2-year diesel/power tech program

Tools

Caterpillar diagnostic tools (Electronic Technician, Service Information System)

Job description

Description

At Ohio CAT, we’re more than just a Caterpillar dealership — we’re a team of problem-solvers, hands‑on experts, and trusted partners to our customers. We don’t just sell and rent heavy equipment — we keep it running strong.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Field Service Technician, Rapid Response provider. You’ll be at the heart of providing immediate, on‑site support for urgent equipment issues to minimize customer downtime. You’ll use your skills and experience to deliver top‑tier service that keeps our customers moving. You will work in the field from a service pickup truck, servicing and performing:

• Immediate, on‑site support for equipment breakdowns or urgent service needs to reduce downtime.
• Focus on fast diagnostics and temporary repairs that allow machines to keep operating until full repairs can be scheduled.
• Electronic and hydraulic system checks.
• Quick fault‑code analysis using Product Link, Service Link, Cat ET, CAT Inspect, CAT Interact, and related tools.
• ECM flash updates and configuration adjustments.
• Installation and setup of Product Link or other telematics hardware
• Provide immediate status updates and recommendations.
• Performing Safety Service Letters when applicable
• Escalate major repairs to the shop or full field service teams when necessary
• Adhere to all safety procedures, guidelines, and best practices

COMPETENCIES

• Proficient reading and writing skills
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Experienced in computer literacy
• In‑depth knowledge of Caterpillar equipment applications, operations, and functions
• Skilled in using Caterpillar diagnostic tools (Electronic Technician, Service Information System)
• Expertise in diagnostic, testing, adjustment, and troubleshooting procedures
• Welding experience is a plus

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED is required, along with completion of a technical school program (minimum 2 years) focused on diesel or power equipment systems, plus at least 3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on mechanical repair experience with diesel, earthmoving, or industrial equipment
• Must have a valid driver's license

BENEFITS

• Employer‑sponsored pension plan
• Competitive pay rate, including Field-service differential, and a company service truck
• First-year vacation and personal time which builds 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 employee's spouses and children, through the Ohio Machinery Education and Opportunity Foundation
• Company SuccessShare bonuses
• Company provided and laundered uniforms
• Continued technical and professional training

Keyword: technician, mechanic, diesel, heavy equipment, construction equipment

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

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