Field Technician - Diesel Heavy Equipment

Harnish Group Inc.; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching and profit sharing

Paid time off

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life, AD&D & disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition program

Discounts on CAT products

Job summary

Harnish Group Inc. is the Caterpillar Dealer serving Central and Western Washington, Central and Eastern Montana, Northwestern Wyoming, Northwestern North Dakota and Alaska.

A family-owned company since 1929 with over 1200 employees, our mission is to help customers succeed through teamwork and excellence. This role involves diagnosing and repairing Caterpillar equipment, troubleshooting engines, powertrains, electrical and hydraulic systems, and using CAT diagnostic equipment at customer sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or completion of a 2-4 year vocational training program
• Valid driver's license for forklift operation and equipment use
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair Caterpillar equipment including removal, repair, assembly and installation
• Diagnose and troubleshoot engines, powertrains, electrical and hydraulic systems
• Utilize CAT diagnostic equipment, CAT repair tooling, rigging and blocking equipment
• Plan and organize multiple projects with emphasis on controlling job costs
• Investigate, analyze and identify problems to make recommendations
• Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders using strong interpersonal and writing skills with internal software

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Education

High school diploma

Vocational training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Position:

This is a key role in our company in which our technicians are responsible for:

• Diagnosing and repairing Caterpillar equipment, including removing, repairing, assembling, and installing
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting engines, powertrains, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Using CAT diagnostic equipment, CAT repair tooling, rigging, and blocking equipment
• Planning and organizing multiple projects with an emphasis on controlling job costs
• Investigating, analyzing, and identifying problems to make recommendations
• Communicating effectively with a variety of people, using strong interpersonal and writing skills for utilizing internal software and other software programs

Qualifications & Experience Needed

• High school diploma or equivalent, or a graduate of a 2-4 year vocational technical school training institution or equivalent experience
• Valid driver's license (used for potential forklift driving and operation of equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, hoists, cranes, pressure washers, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products and Outlook
• Ability to stand up to eight hours per day, including twisting, bending, squatting, sitting, stooping, and kneeling
• Flexibility to travel for extended periods to work with customers
• Experience working at a Caterpillar (CAT) dealership or with CAT products is ideal

Employee Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes an hourly wage from $52.85 up to $56.85 per hour.

• Retirement: 401k w/ Company Match and Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off: Paid Vacation, Holiday & Sick Leave
• Health Insurance: Premera Blue Cross Medical w/Telehealth & Dental
• Vision Insurance: VSP Vision Insurance
• Insurance: Company Paid Life, AD&D & Disability Insurance
• Guidance Resources: Employee Assistance Program
• Rewards: Quarterly Employee Recognition Cash Program
• Discounts: CAT Products, Rental/Sales Discounts
• Growth/Stability: Career Growth Opportunities within a 4th Generation Family owned Company for over 96 years
• Talent Referral Program: Employee Referral Bonus

Harnish Group Inc. is the Caterpillar Dealer in Central and Western Washington, Central and Eastern Montana, Northwestern Wyoming, Northwestern North Dakota and the state of Alaska. Our Member Companies are N C Machinery, N C The Cat Rental Store, N C Power Systems, Tractor & Equipment Co., T & E The Cat Rental Store, T&E Power Systems, SITECH Northwest Inc., representing Caterpillar and other manufacturers. A family owned and managed company since 1929 with over 1200 employees, our Mission is to help our customers succeed by providing premier business solutions delivered by engaged employees through teamwork and excellence.

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