Rental Field Service Technician I

Gregory Poole; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gregory Poole Equipment Company is seeking a field service technician to perform USED inspections, annual inspections, undercarriage checks, and small field service repairs in a rental fleet environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least four years of related experience, including two years with CAT equipment. Candidates must be able to lift up to 112 pounds and document repair work orders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 4 years of work experience with CAT equipment; proficient in at least two mechanical systems.
• Ability to write repair work orders and reports.

Responsibilities

• Check equipment and supplies for scheduled work and PPE compliance.
• Complete certified CAT Used inspections on CAT rental fleet.
• Perform undercarriage inspections on rental units in the field.
• Complete annual inspections on MEWP rental units in the field.
• Perform small field service repairs based on abilities and availability.
• Assist other rental field service technicians with difficult repairs and training.

Skills

CAT equipment experience

Two mechanical systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Posted Friday, August 7, 2026 at 4:00 AM

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The primary function of this position is to perform USED inspections, annual inspections, undercairriage inspections, small field service repairs, preventative maintenance, and assist other field technicians.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Check the equipment and supplies required to perform the work scheduled, comply with PPE requirements, and otherwise prepare for duties.
• Complete certified CAT Used inspections on CAT rental fleet that has been marked for sale.
• Complete periodic undercarriage inspections on CCRS and CHVY steel track rental units.
• Complete accurate and detailed annual inspections on MEWP rental units in the field.
• Perform small field service repairs based on current abilities and availability.
• Assist other rental field service technicians with difficult repairs and/or for OJT training.
• Continued OTJ and TGC training with goal of moving into full rental field service technician role.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Must have a high school education or GED

Work Experience:

Requires four years of work experience with at least two years' experience with CAT equipment; Must be proficient in at least two mechanical systems (i.e. transmissions, engines, hydraulics, etc.) for numerous model lines.

Physical:

Must be able to daily and repeatedly stoop, kneel, bend and climb onto and underneath various equipment to perform diagnosis and repairs; Must be able to effectively see to perform repairs, research technical manuals, and develop written repair work order reports. Must be able to routinely and physically lift or position various parts to perform repairs/service and manually handle parts up to 112 pounds, as well as use mechanical hoist for heavier parts.

Other:

Must be able to effectively write repair activities on customer work orders; Must have cognitive reasoning and problem-solving skills to apply knowledge, written information and verbal instructions in repairing/servicing unusual and/or unknown technical equipment operational problems. Should have exposure to P.C. base equipment and parts information.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Your supervisor may request and assign you similar duties. Any major modification of this job role requires Human Resources approval.

Gregory Poole Equipment Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Gregory Poole Equipment Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.