Rental Equipment Technician

Louisiana Cat; Broussard (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Cat Rental Stores in Lafayette, LA is seeking a RENTAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN to service and repair heavy construction rental equipment. The role requires reading manuals and schematics, performing preventive maintenance, and using hand tools to replace components.

Strong teamwork and a safety-first mindset are essential. The position offers a stable schedule Monday–Friday with overtime as needed, and access to exclusive tooling programs for efficient repairs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years of field experience required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Basic understanding of hand tools is required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a team.
• Must own required tool inventory; tooling program discussed during interviews.
• Safety-first mindset expected at all times.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on heavy rental equipment.
• Read and interpret manuals, schematics, and specifications to determine repair methods.
• Replace or repair defective components using hand tools and testing equipment.
• Assemble and install electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Rebuild, install, and align pump assemblies using safe rigging methods.
• Create and track work orders; adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

YOUR CAREER WITH LOUISIANA CAT

Louisiana Cat has been proud to represent Caterpillar® for 4 continuous generations in the state of Louisiana. We have been providing our customers with the highest quality Cat® equipment, service, and parts since 1933. We serve to build and power our community for a better future. We are always searching for high energy, ambitious candidates who are ready to join our team. You can build your future here!

Description

POWER UP

YOUR CAREER WITH LOUISIANA CAT

Louisiana Cat has been proud to represent Caterpillar® for 4 continuous generations in the state of Louisiana. We have been providing our customers with the highest quality Cat® equipment, service, and parts since 1933. We serve to build and power our community for a better future. We are always searching for high energy, ambitious candidates who are ready to join our team. You can build your future here!

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a RENTAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN to join our growing operations (Louisiana Rents) at our Lafayette, Louisiana location.

SALARY POTENTIAL

60,000 - $72,000 yearly range

The yearly range indicated is representative of the hourly rate, including typical overtime. This range is based on a technician’s experience, skills, education and training. For technicians, overtime is typically calculated on a daily basis after 8 hours worked.

YOUR VALUE

The person in this role will be responsible for servicing and repairing construction rental heavy equipment.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION

• You will diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on all components of heavy rental equipment including engines, power trains, hydraulics and fuel systems.
• You will read and interpret equipment manuals, mechanical and electrical schematics, and other specifications to determine the repair method on failed components.
• You will replace or repair defective components, using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
• You will assemble and install electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment using hand or power tools.
• You will rebuild install and align pump assemblies utilizing safe rigging methods using hand or power tools.
• You will create, track and formalize work order documents on a timely basis
• You will have the ability to be flexible with changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

YOUR VALUE

• You will promote positive customer service for Louisiana Cat Rental Stores according to Caterpillar and Louisiana Cat expectations
• We will give you the tools and building blocks to MAKE A CAREER here at Louisiana Cat
• You’ll become so much more than a mechanic

Most Important Qualifications

• REQUIRED: High School Diploma or (GED) equivalent
• REQUIRED: Minimum of 3 years of field experience
• REQUIRED: Strong mechanical Aptitude
• REQUIRED: Basic understanding of hand tools
• REQUIRED: Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills
• REQUIRED: Ability to work in a team environment
• Must own required tool inventory. Louisiana Cat offers exclusive Tooling Program (specific discussed during interviews)
• Strong customer service skills, mechanical aptitude, professional demeanor and always "safety-first" mentality every hour of every day

JOB FACTS

• SHIFT SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 7am - 5pm; may require working hours outside standard work schedule (specifics discussed during interviews)
• WORK ENVIRONMENT: Requires physical movement, lifting, squatting, bending, climbing, and working with mechanical rotating parts in the Louisiana climate

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to occasionally lift 75 pounds from floor to