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Ohio Cat; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio CAT in Ohio is seeking a Heavy Equipment Service Technician to troubleshoot and repair diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems on heavy equipment. You will inspect, maintain, overhaul, and rebuild engines and components in a fast-paced CAT service environment.

Responsibilities include using CAT service information systems, reading wiring diagrams, completing accurate service reports, and working safely both independently and with a team. Day shift hours are 7am to 3:30pm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One of: Level 3 training completed; 3 years hands-on diesel/earthmoving repair experience; two-year technical school with diesel/earthmoving focus and experience.
• Strong communication, math and mechanical aptitude; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Caterpillar service information systems, procedures and manuals (ET, SIS, NPR, specs, parts books).
• Perform maintenance on engines/equipment, including overhaul and rebuilding.
• Read wiring diagrams and hydraulic schematics.
• Complete service reports accurately.
• Determine part reusability per manufacturer guidelines.
• Work safely at all times; read and follow procedures.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Earthmoving equipment experience

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two-year technical school (diesel/earthmoving focus)

Level 3 training program completion

Job description

Hours: 7am-3:30pm

Ohio CAT Heavy Equipment Service Technicians troubleshoot and repair general heavy equipment drive-train components, and electrical and hydraulic systems as well as safely perform normal machine repair. Responsibilities of this position include inspecting, repairing, maintaining, overhauling, and rebuilding engines and/or heavy equipment components.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Utilizes company and Caterpillar service information systems, procedures, and publications, such as ET, SIS, NPR, specifications, manuals, parts books, and assembly/disassembly procedures.
• Performs maintenance activities on new and rebuilt/repaired engines and/or equipment, including cleaning, repairing, reconditioning, overhauling, and rebuilding.
• Cleans mechanical parts and components.
• Completes service reports accurately.
• Determines reusability of parts by published manufacturer reusability guidelines.
• Reads, understands, and applies complex wiring diagrams and hydraulic schematics.
• Completes work in a safe manner at all times.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Skills and Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have one of the following:
• Successfully completed the level 3 training program.
• Three years of experience with hands-on mechanical repair work with diesel, earthmoving, or industrial equipment.
• Graduation from an accredited technical school (minimum two-year program), with emphasis on diesel engine or earthmoving repair and two years of experience
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Mathematical and mechanical aptitude required.
• Basic computer skills necessary, including Microsoft applications.
• Ability to work with a team or individually.

Physical Requirements:

Lifting/Carrying 40 lb. Lift/Carry and 50lb pulling. Standing/Sitting Up and down stairs, standing, sitting, and climbing into machines. Dexterity Normal. Repetitive Motions Frequent movement requiring hands, wrists, and fingers. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in office settings and moderate to loud in other situations, with both constant and sudden loud noises possible.

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