Heavy Equipment Shop Technician: Diagnostics & Repair

Empire Cat; Imperial (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Empire Cat is seeking a skilled technician to troubleshoot, repair, recondition, and service Caterpillar and allied machines in a shop setting. You will diagnose electrical, hydraulic, and power train issues using electronic tools and schematics, and clearly communicate conditions and recommendations to clients and team.

Responsibilities include preparing service reports, planning repair costs, maintaining tools and equipment, and traveling to remote locations as needed.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and failures.
• Repair, recondition, and maintain equipment and components.
• Prepare service reports.
• Plan and control cost of repair jobs.
• Travel to remote locations as needed.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Diagnostic tool usage

CAT components knowledge

Team cooperation

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Computerized instrumentation

Job description

Empire Cat is seeking a skilled technician to troubleshoot, repair, recondition, and service Caterpillar and allied machines in a shop setting. You will diagnose electrical, hydraulic, and power train issues using electronic tools and schematics, and clearly communicate conditions and recommendations to clients and team.

Responsibilities include preparing service reports, planning repair costs, maintaining tools and equipment, and traveling to remote locations as needed.