Field Service Technician - Travel Required

Solar Turbines Incorporated; Clifton (TX); Remote; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage (从

Paid time off

HSA and FSAs

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a field service professional to install, maintain and troubleshoot equipment at customer sites in West Texas.

The role involves on-site preventive maintenance, call-out services, and commissioning activities on turbomachinery and package systems, with travel and full benefits. Applicants should be able to diagnose faults with test equipment, reference schematics, and follow safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience and ability to meet customer needs.
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment in the field.
• Experience with preventive maintenance on turbomachinery or related systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical maintenance and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, troubleshoot equipment at customer sites using provided tools and diagrams.
• Perform on-site preventive maintenance and inspections; handle call-out services and commissioning activities.
• Utilize test equipment and schematics to diagnose and locate problems under supervision.
• Perform routine installations and adjustments within standard procedures.
• Travel with company-provided truck; coordinate meals and lodging as needed.
• Observe safety regulations and use PLC-related knowledge where applicable.

Skills

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Safety procedures

Tools

Test equipment

Digital tools

Schematics reference

Job description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

• Installs, maintains and troubleshoots equipment at the customer's location using a set of tools, parts and technical diagrams. Customer service assignments include on-site preventive maintenance and inspection service work, call-out services and commissioning activities on turbomachinery and package systems.


• This position will be working Remotely but candidates must reside in the West Texas area


• Use a variety of test equipment to diagnose and identify malfunctions and may refer to schematics and manufacturers' specifications that provide instructions on how to locate problems with guidance of experienced field service personnel and/or supervisor.


• Under supervision use hand tools, gauges and instruments to analyze, repair or replace faulty parts. Utilize digital tools and systems.


• Observe and check for common causes of trouble, such as dirty or defective components, cleaning and lubricating equipment with guidance of experienced field service personnel and/or supervisor.


• Under supervision perform routine installations and making adjustments to equipment as appropriate within normal procedures.


• Travel, Company Truck, Gas Card, Meals/Lodging ALL included


• Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day 1


• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)


• Health savings account (HSA)


• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)


• Short and long-term disability coverage


• Employee Assistance Programs


• Service Excellence : Knowledge of customer service concepts and techniques; ability to meet or exceed customer needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner.


• Mechanical Maintenance - Power Supply : ability to conduct preventive maintenance and repairs or replacements on faulty mechanical parts used in power plants.


• Mechanical Maintenance (Oil and Gas) : Knowledge of mechanical equipment and the preventive maintenance; ability to repair or replace faulty mechanical parts used in the exploration, production or refining of hydrocarbons.


• Safety (Oil and Gas) : Knowledge of procedures, practices, considerations and regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers, community, environment and company assets; Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) : Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC); Candidate must successfully complete physical exam and obtain OGUK (offshore) certification by Solar-approved physician.


• Be able to obtain a legal Transportation Worker's Identification Credential.


• It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of “essential job functions” as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.


• Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Join our Talent Community.