Heavy Equipment Field Tech: Diagnostics & Repairs

Ohio Cat; Perrysburg (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-provided pension plan

Health insurance options

Job summary

Ohio CAT is seeking a Field Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain Caterpillar machines in the field. You will work from a service truck servicing and performing repairs on dozers, excavators, wheel loaders, and haul trucks to keep customers moving.

Responsibilities include diagnostics, complex repairs, equipment inspection, servicing HVAC systems, maintaining detailed records, collaborating with technicians, and upholding safety protocols in a dynamic field environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and a 2-year technical program in diesel or power equipment systems, plus at least 3 years of industry experience.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on mechanical repair experience with diesel, earthmoving, or industrial equipment.
• Must have a valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record and ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain Caterpillar machines in the field from a service truck.
• Perform routine and complex repairs, inspect and maintain equipment, and rebuild components.
• Service Air Conditioning, keep detailed service records, collaborate with other technicians, and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Reading & writing

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer literacy

Caterpillar equipment knowledge

Caterpillar diagnostic tools

Troubleshooting

Welding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year technical diesel/power equipment program

Tools

Electronic Technician

Service Information System

Job description

Ohio CAT is seeking a Field Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain Caterpillar machines in the field. You will work from a service truck servicing and performing repairs on dozers, excavators, wheel loaders, and haul trucks to keep customers moving.

Responsibilities include diagnostics, complex repairs, equipment inspection, servicing HVAC systems, maintaining detailed records, collaborating with technicians, and upholding safety protocols in a dynamic field environment.