Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

Tractor & Equipment Co.; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Paid time off

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life/AD&D & Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition program

Discounts on CAT products

Credit union membership

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Tractor & Equipment Co. is hiring a Heavy Equipment Technician for our Williston, ND branch. You will diagnose and repair Caterpillar equipment, including engines and hydraulics, with emphasis on cost control and safety.

CAT diagnostic tools and skilled use of rigging and lifting gear are essential as you support a fast-paced service team. Ideal candidates have 2-4 years of vocational/tech training, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to operate forklifts and shop equipment.

Qualifications

• Requires 2-4 year vocational technical training or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to operate a forklift and safe use of shop equipment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot engines, powertrains, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with CAT diagnostic equipment and CAT tooling.
• Plan and organize to control job costs.
• Investigate and identify problems and make recommendations for solutions.
• Diagnose and repair Caterpillar equipment including removal, repair, assembly and installation.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Diagnose & troubleshoot

CAT equipment experience

Plan & cost control

Shop tools operation

Education

Vocational/technical school (2-4 years)

Tools

CAT diagnostic equipment

CAT repair tooling

Rigging equipment

Forklift operation

Hoists/cranes

Hydraulic presses

Job description

If you are looking for a rewarding career, work hard, and take great pride in what you do, you might be the kind of person we are looking for to join our team! At Tractor & Equipment Co., you’ll work with great people, driven every day with a passion to solve problems and help our customers succeed.

Heavy Equipment Technician at our Williston, ND Branch.

Hourly Pay Range: $40.70-55.15 per hour (Based on Skills and Experience)

Essential Functions:

• Diagnose and troubleshoot engines, powertrains, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with CAT diagnostic equipment, CAT repair tooling, rigging and blocking equipment.
• Planning and organizing skills with a particular emphasis on controlling job costs.
• Investigate, analyze and identify problem in order to make recommendations for eliminating the problem.
• Diagnosing and repairing of Caterpillar equipment including removing, repairing, assembling and installing.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A graduate of a 2-4 year vocational technical school training institution or equivalent experience is required.
• A valid driver's license
• Ability to operate a forklift and other equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, hoists, cranes, pressure washers in a safe manner.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Outlook).
• Ability to stand up to eight hours per day and includes twisting, bending, squatting, sitting stooping and kneeling.
• Efficiency in completing paperwork.
• Experience working at a Caterpillar (CAT) dealership or with CAT products is ideal.

Company Benefits:

• Retirement:401k w/ Company Match and Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off:Paid Vacation, Holiday & Sick Leave
• Health Insurance:Premera Blue Cross Medical w/Telehealth & Dental
• Vision Insurance:VSP Vision Insurance
• Insurance:Company Paid Life, AD&D & Disability Insurance
• Guidance Resources:Employee Assistance Program
• Rewards:Quarterly Employee Recognition Cash Program
• Discounts:CAT Products, Rental/Sales Discounts
• Financial Access:Credit Union Membership is available
• Growth/Stability:Career Growth Opportunities within a 4th Generation Family-owned Company for over 96 years
• Tenure:Seniority Bonus, starting at 5+ years
• Talent Referral Program:Employee Referral Bonus

Harnish Group Inc. is the Caterpillar Dealer in Central and Western Washington, Central and Eastern Montana, Northwestern Wyoming, Northwestern North Dakota and the state of Alaska. Our Member Companies are N C Machinery, N C The Cat Rental Store, N C Power Systems, Tractor & Equipment Co., T & E The Cat Rental Store, T&E Power Systems, SITECH Northwest Inc., representing Caterpillar and other manufacturers. A family owned and managed company since 1929, our Mission is to help our customers succeed by providing premier business solutions delivered by engaged employees through teamwork and excellence.

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