Heavy Duty Repair Technician

Peterson Holding Company; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 44,006 - 62,675; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

Job summary

Peterson Holding Company is looking for an experienced Heavy Duty Repair Technician for our Redding, CA location. This role involves servicing customer and sales equipment, ensuring safety, and maintaining documentation.

The ideal candidate will have an Associates Degree in Diesel Technology and at least 5 years of relevant experience. The position offers a pay rate of $38.72 per hour along with a comprehensive compensation package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in heavy equipment service.
• Understanding of Caterpillar equipment and allied products.
• Willingness to join Local 3 of the Operating Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment and observe safety procedures.
• Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Repair and rebuild engines, hydraulic components, and electrical systems.
• Document and prepare required documentation accurately.

Skills

Equipment analysis and diagnosis

Engine repair

Safety procedures adherence

Communication

Education

Associates Degree in Diesel Technology

Job description

Job Description

Peterson Cat has a need for an experienced Heavy Duty Repair Technician at our Redding, CA location.

SUMMARY

The Heavy Duty Repair Technician performs service activities primarily in the main service shop for customer and/or sales and rental fleet equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules.
• Communicate with internal and external customers in a manner that promotes a positive relationship.
• Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Pre‑delivery setup and installation on all makes and models of Caterpillar equipment and allied products.
• Repair, replace or rebuild engines, transmissions, fuel systems, final drives, steering clutches, cross‑shafts, hydraulic components including pumps, motors, valves, and all related components, electrical and air systems.
• Write service reports that accurately document activities.
• Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and timecards in an accurate and timely manner to enable other employees to do their job in a timely manner.
• Perform assigned tasks in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Follow manufacturer and company service guidelines and procedures to ensure quality work and to preserve and document component failure information for accurate failure analysis.
• Work overtime as needed within labor law guidelines.
• Other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
• Operate company or personal vehicle as needed.
• Maintain punctual, regular and predictable attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Associates Degree from a fully accredited college or technical/vocational school in Diesel Technology or other closely related field; and a minimum of 5 years of directly related experience in heavy equipment service; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Must be a member of Local 3 of the Operating Engineers or be willing to become one as a condition of employment.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The pay rate for this position is: $38.72 per hour. We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base salary.

EEO & DISABILITY

Peterson Tractor Co. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.