Heavy Equipment Shop Technician (Sign-On Bonus)

Carter Machinery, Inc.; Warrenton (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%

Life and disability insurance

In-house training instructors/programs

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus program

Tool allowances and tool loans

Discounts on cellular phone service, /

Job summary

Carter Machinery in Warrenton, Virginia is seeking a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician to diagnose, repair, and service Caterpillar and allied equipment. You’ll apply troubleshooting techniques, disassemble and inspect components, rebuild engines and transmissions, and verify repairs against factory specifications.

This full-time role offers a starting compensation range of $30.45–$43.47 per hour, with benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company

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 troubleshooting skills; ability to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Willingness to work shifts including days, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Apply troubleshooting techniques and determine repair procedures on all work orders.
• Service, diagnose and repair Caterpillar and allied equipment.
• Disassemble, inspect and determine parts needed; reassemble to factory specs.
• Rebuild engines and all components (transmissions, differentials, electrical, computers).
• Perform electrical and computer repairs and interpret manuals.
• Prepare parts requisitions, returns, reports, and related forms.

Skills

Experience with heavy equipment

Troubleshooting skills

Mechanical aptitude

Self-directed

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Service software

Job description

Carter Machinery in Warrenton, Virginia is seeking a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician to diagnose, repair, and service Caterpillar and allied equipment. You’ll apply troubleshooting techniques, disassemble and inspect components, rebuild engines and transmissions, and verify repairs against factory specifications.

This full-time role offers a starting compensation range of $30.45–$43.47 per hour, with benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company