Heavy Equipment Service Technician

Louisiana Cat; Broussard (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid holidays & vacation

Technician tool loan program

Safety boot / prescription glasses allowances

Employee discounts

Job summary

Louisiana Cat is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician for their Broussard, Louisiana location. The role involves diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing Caterpillar heavy equipment both onsite and in the shop. Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED and relevant technical training.

The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $60,000 to $120,000 annually, based on experience and skills, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior technical training on heavy machinery/equipment is essential.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with heavy equipment systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair components of heavy equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance as per standards.
• Create work order documents using Caterpillar software.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service skills

Technical training of heavy machinery

Experience with engine and cooling systems

Knowledge of hydraulics and electrical systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Required tool inventory

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician for our Lafayette, Louisiana location. The role involves servicing and repairing Caterpillar heavy equipment and engines at our shop or onsite at customer locations.

Compensation

$60,000 - $120,000 yearly (including overtime). Range based on experience, skills, education, and training.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on all components of heavy equipment (electrical, engine, fuel systems, hydraulics, power generation, power trains).
• Remove and install heavy equipment engine components according to Caterpillar standards and technical service manuals.
• Understand Caterpillar exchange parts process and perform financial cost analysis of repairs.
• Create, track and formalize work order documents using the Caterpillar customer service report software.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Prior technical training of heavy machinery/equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with engine & cooling systems, fuel systems, turbochargers, hydraulic systems, brake & transmissions, electronics & electrical, and undercarriages.
• Own required tool inventory (Tooling Program available).
• Strong customer service skills, professional demeanor, and safety‑first mentality.

Job Facts

• Work shift: 12‑hour days, some weekend coverage; shift schedule to be discussed.
• Requires physical movement.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, $50,000 company‑funded life policy (if enrolled in Health).
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, cancer, supplemental life, and additional voluntary policies.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid holidays & vacation.
• Technician tool loan program up to $2,000.
• Safety boot / prescription glasses allowances.
• Employee discounts.
• Credit union.
• Technician career development program – shop & field service training.

Safety

• Strict compliance with PPE safety regulations.
• Compliance with all federal, state, and local safety and company regulations.
• Follow all Company Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) procedures.
• Drug‑free workplace, including marijuana and THC products.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co., LLC) and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We proudly hire U.S. veterans.

Louisiana Cat uses E‑Verify and complies with I‑9 employment eligibility requirements of all new hires.

We maintain a drug‑free workplace with post‑offer, pre‑employment background checks, drug/alcohol screen, and if applicable, pre‑employment physical/fit‑for‑duty assessments.