Power Generation Shop Technician: Hands-On Diagnostics

Milton CAT; Town of Batavia (NY); On-site; USD 42,278 - 55,462; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off + 8 holidays

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

Disability & Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Discount programs

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Milton CAT is seeking a Power Systems Service Technician to diagnose, repair, recondition and maintain heavy equipment and components. The role may require after-hours work to support emergencies and routine service.

This union position offers comprehensive benefits and paid time off, with a strong emphasis on training and career growth. Responsibilities include disassembly, troubleshooting, parts ordering, and delivering serviced equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of CAT vocational trucks, engines and power generation equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems (transmissions, engines, hydraulics, etc.).
• Proficient with Word, Excel and related software.
• Strong problem solving and detail oriented with high accuracy.
• Able to lift more than 50 pounds.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must work in a dynamic, fast paced service environment.
• Build and maintain a tool inventory.

Responsibilities

• Removes, disassembles, assembles, and installs components and parts.
• Identify the problem and cause of failure through logical troubleshooting steps.
• Determines reusability of parts per Caterpillar reusability guidelines.
• Orders replacement parts ensuring that parts ordered are correct and complete at time of order.
• Cleans, repairs, reconditions, and maintains vocational trucks, engines, and power generation equipment.
• Tests, measures, and adjusts vocational trucks, engines, and power generation equipment.
• Prepares, inspects and operates vocational trucks, engines, and power generation equipment prior to delivery.
• Keeps up to date with developments in tooling, technologies and systems.
• Prepares inspection and appraisal reports.
• Prepares accurate and complete service reports timely.
• Flexible to work after hours when needed to meet customer needs.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Computer skills

Physical strength

Minimal supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree (preferred)

Job description

Milton CAT is seeking a Power Systems Service Technician to diagnose, repair, recondition and maintain heavy equipment and components. The role may require after-hours work to support emergencies and routine service.

This union position offers comprehensive benefits and paid time off, with a strong emphasis on training and career growth. Responsibilities include disassembly, troubleshooting, parts ordering, and delivering serviced equipment.