Heavy Equipment Diagnostics Technician

Fabick Cat; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fabick Cat is seeking a Shop Technician to diagnose and repair Caterpillar equipment, power systems and related machinery at our Columbia, Missouri location. The role expects strong diagnostic skills, familiarity with electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems, and the ability to read schematics.

MSHA certification or ability to obtain it is preferred. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, component disassembly/assembly, and customer or company-owned machine service.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED equivalent required.
• Two to five years' experience troubleshooting and repairing heavy equipment, Caterpillar preferred.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment, mining equipment, systems, engines and components.
• Knowledge of basic tools and welding skills.
• Journeyman status is preferred.
• Ability to multitask in fast-paced environment with strong organization.
• Must demonstrate problem solving, communication, math, science, and English skills.
• MSHA certified or able to become MSHA certified.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose repair needs and perform designated repairs on Caterpillar equipment.
• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair.
• Preventive maintenance and general machine upkeep.
• Detect faults using diagnostic laptops, gauges, and instruments.
• Disassemble and assemble machine components per manufacturer specifications.
• Read and interpret manuals and work orders; order parts as needed.
• Load or unload equipment from vehicles.
• Comply with OSHA rules.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Troubleshooting

Caterpillar knowledge

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Powertrain

Reading schematics

MSHA certified

Journeyman

Welding skills

Tools usage

English skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fabick Cat is seeking a Shop Technician to diagnose and repair Caterpillar equipment, power systems and related machinery at our Columbia, Missouri location. The role expects strong diagnostic skills, familiarity with electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems, and the ability to read schematics.

MSHA certification or ability to obtain it is preferred. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, component disassembly/assembly, and customer or company-owned machine service.