Heavy Equipment Shop Tech - 2nd Shift, $1,500 Sign-On

Carter Machinery, Inc.; Edgewood (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Life and disability insurance

In-house training

Employee referral bonus

Tool allowances

Shift differential

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is hiring a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician for the 2nd shift in Abingdon, MD. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, repair Caterpillar and allied equipment, disassemble and rebuild engines and components, and prepare service reports.

Requirements include at least two years of heavy equipment repair experience, a high school diploma or GED, and strong computer skills. Willingness to work varied shifts is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience with heavy construction equipment and work tool repair.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Self-directed with ability to work with limited supervision.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent troubleshooting skills; ability to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Willingness to work shifts including days, nights, and/or weekends.
• Proficiency in the use of a computer, Microsoft Office products and service software.

Responsibilities

• Apply troubleshooting techniques and determine proper repair procedures on all assigned work orders
• Service, diagnose and repair both Caterpillar and allied equipment
• Disassemble, inspect and determine parts needed. Reassemble to factory specifications
• Rebuild any engine and all components (transmissions, differentials, electrical, computers, etc.)
• Perform electrical and computer repairs
• Interpret and utilize information from operating, maintenance and service manuals/bulletins
• Prepare parts requisitions, parts returns, accurate and complete service reports, and other necessary reports and forms

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Computer skills

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is hiring a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician for the 2nd shift in Abingdon, MD. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, repair Caterpillar and allied equipment, disassemble and rebuild engines and components, and prepare service reports.

Requirements include at least two years of heavy equipment repair experience, a high school diploma or GED, and strong computer skills. Willingness to work varied shifts is expected.