Heavy Equipment Shop Technician – Diagnostics & Repair

Empire Southwest; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Empire Southwest in Elko, NV seeks a skilled technician to troubleshoot, repair, recondition, and service Caterpillar and allied machines in a shop environment. You will diagnose electrical, hydraulic, and powertrain issues, interpret schematics, and clearly communicate equipment status and recommendations to clients and management.

Responsibilities include maintaining tools, preparing service reports, managing repair costs, and ensuring safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current driver’s license.
• Minimum of 6 months related experience.
• Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write) in English.
• Completion of eTRAIN test evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and failures.
• Maintain good client relations and support for corporate marketing objectives.
• Repair, recondition, and maintain equipment and components.
• Prepare service reports.
• Plan and control cost of repair jobs.
• Maintain company equipment – keep in good clean orderly condition.
• Work safely at all times. Follow safety policies and company standards.
• Own and maintain required personal tools.
• Learn and use Empire, Caterpillar and allied product procedures and systems.
• Travel to remote locations as needed.
• Provide on-the-job training to technicians and helpers as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

CAT systems knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAT diagnostic tools

Electronic diagnostic tools

Job description

Empire Southwest in Elko, NV seeks a skilled technician to troubleshoot, repair, recondition, and service Caterpillar and allied machines in a shop environment. You will diagnose electrical, hydraulic, and powertrain issues, interpret schematics, and clearly communicate equipment status and recommendations to clients and management.

Responsibilities include maintaining tools, preparing service reports, managing repair costs, and ensuring safety compliance.