Resident Field Technician

Western States Equipment; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Western States Equipment is seeking a skilled technician for its operations in Pasco, WA. The role involves managing customer territory, conducting machine repairs, and ensuring high standards of customer service. Candidates should have at least five years of experience with heavy equipment, preferably including Caterpillar machines.

A CDL with air-brake experience is required, along with excellent communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to work in diverse environments with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Five years experience in diagnosis and repair of heavy equipment.
• Must have a current CDL with air-brake experience and acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer base and assigned territory.
• Conduct machine performance tests and repairs.
• Communicate machine issues and repair status to customers.

Skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of Caterpillar machine systems

Ability to self-schedule

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates Degree or technical training

Tools

Required tools

Job description

Essential Functions

• Manages customer base and assigned territory. Schedules all customer work. Generates new business and maintains customer relations.
• Conducts necessary machine performance and diagnostic tests, interprets results and makes an independent decision as to the extent of machine repair. Provides services anytime as needed.
• Uses troubleshooting methods to repair and diagnose machine and attachment failures and performs repairs according to time requirement guidelines (TRG) standards. Escalates unresolved issues to Technical Communicators for further research and assistance.
• Adapts knowledge of Caterpillar machine systems to troubleshoot and repair new equipment models.
• Performs work in the field or at customer locations which can include overtime and overnight assignments.
• Repairs machines without error and consistently repairs machines within the time requirement guidelines.
• Repairs warranty and service letter issues efficiently and as soon as possible.
• Uses web‑based STW, SIS, and ET effectively to address technical issues. Performs all required tasks in accordance with outlined procedures.
• Conducts business professionally. Maintains self‑control and integrity in stressful situations. Maintains a professional image.
• Adheres to all customer requirements while on job site.
• Orders parts required to complete repairs. Evaluates parts to determine reusability and cause of failure.
• Completes service reports, time entry, and all other paperwork and reporting on a laptop and submits them daily via e‑mail.
• Communicates machine issues, problem resolution plan(s) and status of repair(s) to customer during repairs.
• Adheres to all customer care standards.
• Actively cares and advocates safety at Western States. Adheres to all applicable safety policies, procedures and standards.
• May accomplish training and serve as a team member in support of Western States’ strategic programs, projects, and initiatives.
• Work within and promote corporate vision, mission, and values of the organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to self‑schedule and perform duties with minimal supervision required.
• Knowledge and use of Microsoft computer products or other comparable systems required.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others to include customers, vendors, employees and the public.
• Knowledgeable in all Caterpillar machine systems.
• Ability to work overtime with minimal notice required.
• Ability to drive for long periods of time and travel away from home as required.
• Consistent attendance.

Education and Experience

• Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Associates Degree or technical training from an accredited vocational school preferred.
• Five years experience in diagnosis and repair of heavy equipment. Knowledge of scrapers and crawler tractors, loaders, excavators, off‑highway trucks, preferred. Caterpillar experience preferred.
• Prior experience in troubleshooting methods and systems required.
• Must own required tools.
• Must have a current CDL with air‑brake experience and acceptable driving record. Must meet DOT requirements.
• Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write in English).

Physical Characteristics

• Ability to stand for long periods of time along with walking, sitting, repetitively climbing stairs, reaching‑including but not limited to above‑shoulder reaching, repetitive bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, leaning and twisting.
• Ability to generate 97 ft./lbs. of force, by pushing and pulling.
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 60 lbs from the ground and place on a shelf/platform set up to 65 inches off the ground.
• Ability to carry up to 20 lbs. while repeatedly ascending/descending a minimum of ten, 8” stair steps.
• Ability to repeatedly ascend/descend a minimum of 10 rungs on various ladders.
• Ability to assemble/disassemble various sizes of nuts and bolts, while repeatedly bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, and/or crouching.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures and environment.
• Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. It is not intended be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this classification.

This role is designated as safety‑sensitive.