Preventative Maintenance Field Technician

CAT; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

CAT is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Field Technician to perform assigned maintenance tasks, remove and install parts, and complete work with minimal supervision.

You will inspect diesel and gas engines and related systems, access work orders and databases, and travel up to 85% to service sites. A CDL and strong mechanical skills are required.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret safety rules, manuals and write routine reports.
• Knowledge of engine, electrical, hydraulic, mechanical and pneumatic systems.
• CDL or ability to obtain CDL within 60 days; 21+ to operate field vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned jobs to meet flat rate times and metrics.
• Provide repair recommendations and perform minor service repairs in field/shop.
• Access work orders, parts orders, and databases to complete jobs timely.
• Remove/install parts, disassemble/assemble components, test and adjust.

Skills

Diesel engines

Gas engines

Electrical systems

Electronic systems

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical systems

Pneumatic systems

CDL eligibility

Diagnostic software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Laptops

Diagnostic software

Cranes

Rigging equipment

Job description

Preventative Maintenance Field Technician

Job Category: Field Technician

Requisition Number: PREVE009414

• Posted : October 12, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Description

TEAM UP WITH US!

The Preventative Maintenance Field Technician is responsible for completing assigned jobs and tasks per manager, which includes removing and installing parts with minimal supervision.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Complete assigned jobs and tasks to meet flat rate times and re-do metric.
• Provide repair recommendations and perform minor service repairs in both field and shop.
• Complete related paperwork and access required databases (work order, parts order, JSA, DBS, SIMS, SIS Web, STW) to complete job within an accurate and timely manner.
• Remove and install parts, disassemble and assemble components, and test and adjust assemblies with minimal supervision.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• General knowledge of diesel or gas engines, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic systems and components.
• Clean driving record and CDL or ability to obtain the CDL within 60 days of employment, must be at least 21 to be assigned and operate field vehicle.
• General knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, laptops, diagnostic software and cranes and rigging equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and write routine reports and correspondence.
• Knowledge of database software, internet software, manufacturing software and order processing systems.
• The ability to provide accurate quotes and pricing estimates to the customer.
• May be required to complete a DOT physical.
• Successfully complete Work Steps assessment.

WHY WORK WITH US?

• We like to take care of business and have fun doing it!
• We offer health, dental, vision, life, and more as a comprehensive benefits package.
• Don't you want to work with awesome people?

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is relativity moderate.

Required travel up to 85%

This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

The Job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

EEO/AA

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