Heavy Equipment Shop Technician: CDL Ready & Field Friendly

Riggs CAT; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Riggs CAT is seeking a Shop Technician to perform high-quality repair services on equipment, ensuring value and timely responses for customers. You will complete jobs to meet flat-rate times, follow safety protocols, and manage required paperwork such as work orders and parts orders.

The role requires knowledge of engines and hydraulic/electrical systems, basic tools, laptops, and diagnostic software. A GED or HS diploma plus 1–3 years related experience is expected; CDL within 90 days may be

Qualifications

• Requires general knowledge of engines, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic systems and components.
• General knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, laptops, diagnostic software and cranes and rigging equipment.
• This position requires the ability to provide accurate information to management for quoting.
• Must be able to obtain or currently possess adequate tooling to perform all assigned duties.
• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 years related experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned jobs and tasks to meet flat rate times and re-work metrics.
• Work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Complete related paperwork and access databases required to complete job (work order, parts order, JSA, DBS, SIMS, SIS web, BMTS) accurately and timely.
• Follow contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations.
• Remove and install parts, disassemble and assemble components, and test and adjust assemblies with minimal supervision.
• Complete all assigned training in a timely and proficient manner.

Skills

Engines knowledge

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Diagnostic software

Education

High school diploma or GED

1–3 years related experience/training

Tools

Laptops

Hand tools

Air tools

Precision measuring tools

Cranes and rigging equipment

Job description

Riggs CAT is seeking a Shop Technician to perform high-quality repair services on equipment, ensuring value and timely responses for customers. You will complete jobs to meet flat-rate times, follow safety protocols, and manage required paperwork such as work orders and parts orders.

The role requires knowledge of engines and hydraulic/electrical systems, basic tools, laptops, and diagnostic software. A GED or HS diploma plus 1–3 years related experience is expected; CDL within 90 days may be