Heavy Equipment Technician: Diagnostics & Repairs

Altorfer Inc; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) and Additional 401(k)

Paid Holidays

Paid Funeral Leave

Vacation: 1 week after 1 year

Education Assistance

Tool Insurance

Job summary

Altorfer Inc. is seeking a skilled technician to service and repair Caterpillar and other heavy equipment in our Springfield area shop. You will diagnose engine, electrical and hydraulic systems, with emphasis on safety and high-quality service.

This role requires three years of technical training and hands-on experience. Candidates must be able to lift up to 75 lbs, work overtime and some weekends, and maintain a strong customer-service mindset.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal technical training program with minimum three years’ experience.
• Must have engine, electrical & hydraulic diagnostic, trouble shooting and repair skills.
• Computer literate; familiar with programs such as Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Must follow all safety rules and wear proper safety equipment in shop.
• Must be a self-starter with good time management skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work overtime and some weekends when needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must lift up to 75 lbs and provide your own tools.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record (no more than 2 minor violations in last 3 years; no major violations in last 5 years).

Responsibilities

• Perform service and repairs on Caterpillar and other heavy equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair engine, hydraulic, electrical and other systems.
• Provide excellent customer service to all customers.
• Operate equipment to locate diagnostic errors and determine solutions.
• Establish and maintain service-oriented relationships with customers and supervisors.
• Complete service reports in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Engine diagnostics

Electrical diagnostics

Hydraulic diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Time management

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

Outlook

Job description

Altorfer Inc. is seeking a skilled technician to service and repair Caterpillar and other heavy equipment in our Springfield area shop. You will diagnose engine, electrical and hydraulic systems, with emphasis on safety and high-quality service.

This role requires three years of technical training and hands-on experience. Candidates must be able to lift up to 75 lbs, work overtime and some weekends, and maintain a strong customer-service mindset.