Rapid-Response Field Technician: Diesel & Heavy Equipment

Ohio Machinery Company; Piketon (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Company service truck

Health insurance (2 options)

FSA/HSA options

Dental and Vision Insurance

Tuition/Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Ohio CAT is seeking a Field Service Technician to deliver urgent, on-site support for Caterpillar equipment. You will operate from a service pickup truck, performing diagnostics, temporary repairs, and telematics setup to minimize customer downtime.

You will apply your mechanical and electrical skills, utilize CAT diagnostic tools, and escalate complex repairs to the shop or field teams as needed. A valid driver’s license and a strong safety mindset are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with a 2-year tech program in diesel/power equipment.
• At least 3 years of relevant industry experience; 5 years hands-on mechanical repair with diesel, earthmoving or industrial equipment.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate, on-site field service to diagnose and repair equipment to minimize downtime.
• Perform rapid diagnostics, temporary repairs, and ECM flash updates as needed.
• Use Product Link, CAT ET, CAT Inspect, CAT Interact and other tools for fault code analysis.
• Assist with installation of Product Link or telematics hardware and setup.
• Escalate major repairs to shop or field service teams when necessary.
• Adhere to safety procedures and company guidelines.

Skills

Reading & writing

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Computer literacy

CAT equipment knowledge

Diagnostic procedures

Welding (nice to have)

Education

High School Diploma or GED + 2-year diesel/power tech program

Tools

Caterpillar diagnostic tools (Electronic Technician, Service Information System)

Job description

Ohio CAT is seeking a Field Service Technician to deliver urgent, on-site support for Caterpillar equipment. You will operate from a service pickup truck, performing diagnostics, temporary repairs, and telematics setup to minimize customer downtime.

You will apply your mechanical and electrical skills, utilize CAT diagnostic tools, and escalate complex repairs to the shop or field teams as needed. A valid driver’s license and a strong safety mindset are required.