Heavy Equipment Technician – CAT Diagnostics & Repair

Tractor-; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Vision insurance

Life/AD&D/Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Cash rewards

Credit union membership

Career growth opportunities

Seniority bonus

Referral bonus

Job summary

Harnish Group Inc. in Billings, MT is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician for the Customer Shop to diagnose, repair, and service Caterpillar equipment. You will troubleshoot engines, powertrains, electrical and hydraulic systems using CAT tools and diagnostic equipment.

The role emphasizes planning to control job costs, safe operation of forklifts and related gear, and adherence to documentation and safety procedures. Competitive hourly pay based on experience is offered.

Qualifications

• 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).
• This role requires the 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.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and repairing Caterpillar equipment including removing, repairing, assembling and installing.
• 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.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

CAT equipment experience

Microsoft Office (Outlook)

Forklift operation

Valid driver’s license

Education

2–4 year vocational/technical training

Tools

CAT diagnostic equipment

CAT repair tooling

Rigging & blocking equipment

Job description

Harnish Group Inc. in Billings, MT is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician for the Customer Shop to diagnose, repair, and service Caterpillar equipment. You will troubleshoot engines, powertrains, electrical and hydraulic systems using CAT tools and diagnostic equipment.

The role emphasizes planning to control job costs, safe operation of forklifts and related gear, and adherence to documentation and safety procedures. Competitive hourly pay based on experience is offered.