Heavy Equipment Technician - New & Used

Harnish Group Inc.; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Paid time off

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Assistance program

Recognition cash program

Product discounts

Credit union

Job summary

Harnish Group Inc. in Billings, MT seeks a Heavy Equipment Technician for our New & Used Shop. You will diagnose, repair, and install Caterpillar equipment, solving technical problems.

This role requires a vocational training, valid driver's license, forklift operation, and proficiency with CAT diagnostic tools. You will work on engines, powertrains, electrical and hydraulic systems, with emphasis on cost containment.

Qualifications

• A graduate of a 2-4 year vocational technical school training institution or equivalent experience is required.
• A valid driver's license will be required.
• 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.
• You will need to be 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 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.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Education

2-4 year vocational training

High School or equivalent

Tools

CAT diagnostic equipment

CAT repair tooling

Rigging & blocking equipment

Forklift operation

Job description

We have an opportunity as Heavy Equipment Technician in our New & Used Shop at our Billings, MT Branch. Do you like to solve technical problems? Are you effective at troubleshooting?

Hourly Range

$29.95-43.25 per hour (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 And Abilities

• A graduate of a 2-4 year vocational technical school training institution or equivalent experience is required.
• A valid driver's license will be required.
• 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.
• You will need to be 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
• Safety: Safety boot reimbursement
• Potential performance increases throughout the year

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 Co., NC The Cat Rental Store, N C Power Systems Co., Tractor & Equipment Co., T&E The Cat Rental Store, T&E Power Systems and SITECH Northwest Inc., representing Caterpillar, and other manufacturers. We are a family owned and managed company with 1,000+ employees. Our Mission is to help our customers succeed by providing premier business solutions delivered by engaged employees through teamwork and excellence.

Education

Required

• High School or better

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities