Resident Tech (Tech 2)

Hawthornecat

Waipahu (HI)

On-site

USD 59,000 - 79,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career growth

Training

Medical plans

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

Uniforms provided

Wellness programs

PTO

Job summary

Hawthorne Cat in Waipahu, HI is seeking a Resident Technician (Tech 2) to join our Service team. This position offers the stability of a single customer site with the autonomy and factory backing of a Caterpillar dealership.

You will diagnose, repair, and service engines, powertrains, hydraulics, and related systems while working with comprehensive training and support from Hawthorne Cat to keep critical operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
PC skills required.
Must own hand tools suitable for the work.

Responsibilities

Removes, installs, and repairs engines and related systems.
Performs engine and powertrain diagnostics.
Maintains hydraulic systems and components.
Meets flat rate as established by Caterpillar.
Contributes to team by achieving results.

Skills

5+ years experience

PC skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Forklift certification orable within 60 days

Job description

Hawthorne CAT® is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status Hawthorne CAT® participates in E-VerifyWaipahu, Hawaii, United States

Position Title: Resident Tech (Tech 2)

We Build Better Communities

Be Part of the Hawthorne Difference!

Hawthorne Cat is a family-owned company that has led its markets for over 60 years in the sale, rental, and servicing of construction machinery and power generation equipment for industries on which our communities depend like agriculture, construction, marine, and government.

Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success. Hawthorne Cat hires individuals who share our vision of Building Better Communities with our Customers and our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence (PRIDE).

If you are looking to build your future with an established, thriving company with countless opportunities for growth and advancement, youve come to the right place! At Hawthorne Cat, were always looking for exceptionally skilled, hardworking individuals interested in contributing to our success and the success of the communities that we serve.

Our people are our most valuable asset. Thats why at Hawthorne Cat we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Tech 2

Reports to:

Service Manager

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt

Division:

HPC

Department:

Service

Union:

Locations:

Waipahu

POSITION SUMMARY:

An exciting opportunity to join the Hawthorne CAT Oahu team as a Resident Technician - This unique role offers the perfect balance: the stability of working at a single, known customer location with a familiar fleet, combined with the high level of autonomy, independence, and elite factory backing that only a Caterpillar dealership can provide. Enjoy the consistency of a dedicated, common location and a stable fleet. Work with a high level of freedom, operating similarly to an in-house technician but with greater ownership over your day. This position will have the full technical support, and training resources of Hawthorne Cat. Support a critical infrastructure customer environment where your skills directly keep essential operations running.

Under the general direction of the Service Manager, with little or no supervision, the Tech 2 shall perform highly skilled work in the repairing, reconditioning, testing, and adjusting of all equipment sold by Hawthorne.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Removes, installs, reconditions, and repairs engines. Makes necessary adjustments on the engines and to the components in the various systems, such as water pumps, fuel pumps, turbochargers, generators, compressors, coolers, carburetors, and cylinder heads.
Performs diagnostic tests on engines for lack of power, inability and hard to start, misfiring, overheating, excessive oil consumption, and basic tests on charging system.
Removes, installs, and makes repairs and necessary adjustments on the various power train components such as torque converters, torque dividers, direct drive transmissions, power shift transmissions, oil and dry clutches, steering clutches, and brakes, final drives, differentials, transfer cases, gear boxes, and undercarriages.
Performs diagnostic tests on power train components for overheating, operational pressure checks, and slippage.
Removes, installs, reconditions, repairs, and makes necessary adjustments on the various hydraulic controls and components such as cylinders, pumps, valves, and hydraulic attachments.
Performs diagnostic tests on hydraulic systems for operational pressures and flow check.
Must be able to meet flat rate as established by Caterpillar and industry standards.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must have a valid Drivers License with a good driving record.
Must have PC skills.
Must have forklift certified or able to be certified within 60 days.
Must own hand tools that are suitable to perform the work noted above.
At least 5 years of experience preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Walking: Moves about on foot, often through uneven terrain.
Hands/arms: Operates equipment and hand and power tools.
Handling: Seizes, helps, or works with hands.
Lifting: Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools.
Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.
Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.
Standing: Remains in standing position if required to perform various functions of the job.
Climbing: In and out of equipment.
Raising/Lowering: Goes up and down in man lifts.
Vision: Reads work tickets and parts and service books and operates heavy equipment.
Talking: Communicates by radio, phone, and in person.
Hearing: Hears well enough to discern mechanical problems for safety in and around shop and construction sites and to receive communication by radio, phone, and in person.
Sitting: Sits in equipment and vehicles for extended periods.
Laying: Lies in prone position under vehicles and equipment for extended periods.
Lifting: Lifts up to 60lbs. daily, frequent exertion.

ENVIRONMENTAL:

Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.
Temp/Weather: Works outside and in shop with variations of temperature and weather.
Exposure: Subject to foul odors, fumes, and harsh substances.

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