Field Technician: Heavy Equipment Diagnostics & Repair

fabickcatcareers; Missouri; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fabick Cat is seeking a skilled technician to diagnose and repair Caterpillar equipment for customer and company-owned machines. The role involves mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and reading manuals to perform repairs.

Candidates should have 2–5 years of heavy equipment experience, basic welding, and be comfortable using diagnostic laptops and instruments.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED equivalent required; technical/vocational training also required.
• 2–5 years’ experience troubleshooting and repairing heavy equipment; Caterpillar preferred.
• Experience diagnosing equipment using laptop computers, gauges, and instruments.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment, mining equipment, engines and components.
• Basic tools knowledge and welding skills.
• Journeyman status preferred.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment; strong problem-solving, communication, and math/english skills.
• Proficiency with computers and MS Office; MSHA certification or ability to obtain.
• MSHA certification or ability to be MSHA certified.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose repair needs and perform repairs on Caterpillar equipment and customer or company-owned machines.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems; perform repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance and general machine upkeep.
• Read and interpret manuals and work orders; order parts as needed.
• Load/unload equipment from vehicles; comply with OSHA safety rules.
• Occasionally read schematics and use diagnostic tools to determine repair needs.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Mechanical aptitude

MSHA certified

Strong communication

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman status preferred

Technical/vocational training

Tools

Diagnostic laptops

Hydraulic tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Fabick Cat is seeking a skilled technician to diagnose and repair Caterpillar equipment for customer and company-owned machines. The role involves mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and reading manuals to perform repairs.

Candidates should have 2–5 years of heavy equipment experience, basic welding, and be comfortable using diagnostic laptops and instruments.