Heavy Equipment Service Technician

Ohio Cat; Richwood (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Employer-sponsored pension plan

Vacation & Personal time (first year)

HSA option

FSA

Job summary

Ohio CAT in Kentucky is seeking a Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain Caterpillar machines in our shop, from dozers to wheel loaders. You’ll perform diagnostics, repairs, and routine servicing to keep customers running.

The role requires deep knowledge of Caterpillar engines, systems, and diagnostic tools; strong reading/writing, math, and a hands-on mindset; a high school diploma and technical training plus 5 years of diesel/mechanical repair experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with a 2-year diesel/power equipment tech program and at least 3 years of industry experience.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on mechanical repair experience with diesel, earthmoving, or industrial equipment.
• Proficiency in reading and writing with strong mechanical and mathematical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair heavy equipment, including Caterpillar engines and drive-train components, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Perform routine and complex repairs, inspect and maintain equipment, and rebuild components for optimal performance.
• Service air conditioning systems, maintain detailed service records, collaborate with technicians on complex repairs, and follow safety protocols in the shop.

Skills

Reading & writing

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer literacy

Caterpillar engine knowledge

Caterpillar equipment knowledge

Caterpillar diagnostic tools

Diagnostics, testing & troubleshooting

Welding (nice-to-have)

Education

HS Diploma or GED; 2-year diesel/power equipment tech

Tools

Caterpillar diagnostic tools

Electronic Technician

Service Information System

Job description

Ohio CAT in Kentucky is seeking a Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain Caterpillar machines in our shop, from dozers to wheel loaders. You’ll perform diagnostics, repairs, and routine servicing to keep customers running.

The role requires deep knowledge of Caterpillar engines, systems, and diagnostic tools; strong reading/writing, math, and a hands-on mindset; a high school diploma and technical training plus 5 years of diesel/mechanical repair experience.