Heavy Equipment Technician-Customer Shop

Tractor & Equipment Co. in; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match & Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life/AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Quarterly cash rewards

CAT product discounts

Credit Union membership

Career growth opportunities

Seniority bonus

Job summary

Harnish Group Inc. in Billings, MT is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician for our customer shop. You will diagnose, repair, and service Caterpillar equipment, including engines, powertrains, and hydraulics, using CAT tools and standard shop gear.

The role emphasizes cost control, safety, and efficient job planning. A 2-4 year trade program or equivalent experience is required, along with a valid driver's license and forklift capability.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a 2-4 year vocational/technical program or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to operate forklift and heavy equipment safely.
• Experience with CAT products or dealership preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair Caterpillar equipment, including removal, repair, assembly, and installation.
• Diagnose engines, powertrains, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Experience with CAT diagnostic equipment and repair tooling.
• Plan and organize work to control job costs.
• Investigate and identify problems to recommend solutions.

Skills

Driver's license

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

Microsoft Office

Physical stamina

CAT experience

Education

2-4 year vocational/technical program or equivalent

Tools

CAT diagnostic tools

CAT repair tooling

Rigging equipment

Cranes

Hydraulic presses

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on November 5, 2026

Locations

• BILLINGS, MT 59101, USA


• On-site


• Rate: $29.95 USD per hour


• MECHANIC


• Full-Time


• Requisition #: HEAVY004957

Description

About this Position:

Do you like to solve technical problems? Are you effective at troubleshooting? Become a member of our winning team! We have opportunities as a Heavy Equipment Technician - Customer Shop at our Billings, MT Branch.

Hourly Pay Range: $29.95-45.00. Hourly wage offered based on skills and experience.

Essential Duties:

• Diagnosing and repairing of 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.

Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• 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.

Company Benefits:

• Retirement:401k w/ Company Match and Profit Sharing


• Paid Time Off:Paid Vacation, Holiday & Sick Leave


• Health Insurance:Premera Blue Cross Medical w/Telehealth & Dental


• Vision Insurance:VSP Vision Insurance


• Insurance:Company Paid Life, AD&D & Disability Insurance


• Guidance Resources:Employee Assistance Program


• Rewards:Quarterly Employee Recognition Cash Program


• Discounts:CAT Products, Rental/Sales Discounts


• Financial Access:Credit Union Membership is available


• Growth/Stability:Career Growth Opportunities within a 4th Generation Family-owned Company for over 96 years


• Tenure:Seniority Bonus, starting at 5+ years


• Talent Referral Program:Employee Referral Bonus

Harnish Group Inc.is the Caterpillar Dealer in Central and Western Washington, Central and Eastern Montana, Northwestern Wyoming, Northwestern North Dakota and the state of Alaska. Our Member Companies are N C Machinery, N C The Cat Rental Store, N C Power Systems, Tractor & Equipment Co., T & E The Cat Rental Store, and SITECH, representing Caterpillar, and other manufacturers. A family owned and managed company, our Mission is to help our customers succeed by providing premier business solutions delivered by engaged employees through teamwork and excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.