Service Technician - Heavy Equipment

MacAllister Machinery Co., Inc.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Michigan CAT Service Technician to join their team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of service and maintenance for heavy construction equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety. You will diagnose issues, perform repairs, and maintain equipment while documenting your work meticulously. This position offers the opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment, where your contributions directly impact customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. If you're passionate about machinery and eager to advance your career, this role is a perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of heavy construction repair experience required.
• High School Diploma or vocational degree in relevant fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair customer equipment and engines.
• Perform preventive maintenance and service work.
• Complete detailed service reports for coordination.

Skills

Diagnosing equipment problems

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical repair

Electrical repair

Detail-oriented service reporting

Safety awareness

Learning new tasks

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational College degree in Diesel Technology

Vocational College degree in Heavy Equipment Repair

Vocational College degree in Welding Technology

Tools

CAT ET

Electronic diagnostics tools

Job description

Position Summary

The Michigan CAT Service Technician is the heart of our business. You will work on and at times lead service and maintenance tasks of our customers’ equipment, while continuing to learn as well as looking out for self and others' safety at the workplace.

Responsibilities

Your daily tasks will include, but are not limited to, the following activities:

• Diagnose problems with equipment/engines using a variety of methods and tools.
• Perform preventive maintenance work on customer products.
• Service/repair work on items diagnosed, ranging from mechanical to electrical work.
• Identify and source any parts required for repair or service.
• Complete a detailed service report to provide to the Service Coordinator and Service Supervisor.
• Clean and paint equipment as necessary to complete the job.

Qualifications

To be considered for a position as a Michigan CAT Service Technician, you should have:

• A minimum of 2-5 years of heavy construction repair experience.
• Highly motivated and able to learn new tasks, processes, and policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience using CAT ET or similar electronic diagnostics tool.
• Agricultural and farming equipment repair experience.
• Experience writing detailed service reports on internal/external customer equipment.
• High School Diploma or Vocational College degree in one of the following areas:
• Diesel Technology
• Heavy Equipment Repair
• Welding Technology

The duties and responsibilities described here are not a comprehensive list, and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

MacAllister Machinery Co Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).