Shop Service Technician

Holt Co.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

HOLT CAT is seeking an entry-level diesel mechanic in San Antonio, TX. The role involves basic inspections, diagnoses, and repairs of diesel-powered heavy equipment under supervision, using hand and pneumatic tools per specifications.

You will support the machine division, learn to read schematics, and assist in parts orders while maintaining safe, organized work areas and adhering to company policies.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of diesel engines and heavy equipment maintenance.
• Ability to read/read diagrams and schematics is preferred.
• Willingness to follow established procedures and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in basic disassemblies and assemblies of machine components per manufacturer specs.
• Support rebuilding, repair, and maintenance of equipment and components.
• Communicate customer needs to shop management and maintain good customer relations.
• Plan equipment and component repairs, and process parts orders.
• Keep work areas clean and organized and complete required documentation on repairs.

Skills

Machine knowledge

Diesel equipment

Tools proficiency

Schematics literacy

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Diesel technology program

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Hand & pneumatic tools

Computer systems basics

Job description

This mechanic position demonstrates the ability to perform basic inspections, basic diagnoses, and basic repairs of diesel-powered heavy equipment and/or related equipment or components, following established procedures and guidelines. Works as a member of a team to provide basic mechanical services that satisfies customer needs and achieves departmental goals.

Entry-level position - Generally has less than two years of experience and/or demonstrated job relevant knowledge/skills. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job; works under immediate supervision.

The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis

1. Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values


2. Collaborate with key internal/external resources


3. Participate in ongoing self-development.

Location and Reporting

• Department: Machine Division (MAC)


• Employment Type: Full Time


• Location: San Antonio


• Address: 5665 SE Loop 410, San Antonio, Texas, 78222


• Open in Google Maps


• Workplace type: Onsite


• Reporting To: Scott Lehman

Essential Functions

• Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT's Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission


• Performs basic disassembles and assembles of machine components to manufacturer's specifications through the use of hand tools, pneumatic tools, and any specialized tooling


• Assists in the rebuilding, repairing, reconditioning, and maintaining of equipment and components


• Demonstrates good customer relations and support; communicates customer needs to shop management


• Learns how to plan equipment and component repairs


• Learns how to complete parts orders and identify parts for return


• Maintains all equipment and work areas - keeps in good, clean, and orderly condition


• Completes all documents associated with repairs in a timely manner


• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards


• Works overtime as required by workload and customers' needs


• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; e.g., ProTech


• Technician Training Paths


• Requires regular and punctual employee attendance


• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance


• Knowledge of heavy equipment machines such as dozers, excavators, motor graders, and other dirt moving equipent preferred


• Demonstrates proficiency with current computer software, related hardware, and machine electronic systems


• Quality control analysis skills - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance and communicate findings


• Operation and control skills - Controlling operations of equipment or systems


• Equipment selection skills - Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job


• Ability to operate a conventional forklift and an overhead crane


• The ability to quickly and repeatedly operate the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions


• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and equipment used in mechanical repair


• The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects


• The ability to read, write, and understand information


• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences


• Must have/acquire basic mechanic hand and pneumatic tools (metric/standard)

Requirements

Education and Experience

• One or more years of diesel-powered heavy equipment repair experience preferred


• Ability and knowledge to read/use schematics and diagrams experience is preferred


• High school diploma or equivalent preferred


• Graduation from a diesel technology program preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Travel

• No travel is expected for this position

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move objects, and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue


• Frequently moves materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds


• Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina


• Ascends/descends with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet and climbs up and down ladders and/or equipment


• Be able to maneuver safely and work underneath equipment


• Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work

Work Environment

• Regularly works indoors around moving mechanical parts


• May be exposed to weather extremes when working outside in conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, and humidity


• Noise level may be loud at times


• Exposure to small quantities of chemicals, dust, steam, high-pressure water, and high speed rotating equipment


• Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment


• Required to perform work in cramped spaces and/or high places

Disclaimer

Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.

About HOLT CAT

HOLT CAT is the authorized Caterpillar heavy equipment and engine dealer for 118 counties in South, Central, North and East Texas. Established in 1933, HOLT sells, services and rents Cat equipment, engines, generators and trucks for construction, mining, industrial, petroleum and agricultural applications. HOLT sells Caterpillar used equipment worldwide and fabricates its own line of custom engineered products including land management products and water tankers. Additionally, HOLT is a dealer for Link-Belt Cranes, Trimble Heavy and Highway construction products and AccuGrade grade-control systems.

The Holt name has been associated with heavy equipment and Caterpillar for over 100 years. HOLT CAT owners, Peter J. Holt and Corinna Holt Richter are direct descendants of Benjamin Holt, who in 1904 developed the first successful track-type tractor which he named the \"Caterpillar.\" HOLT CAT has come to be synonymous with quality, integrity and commitment to customer service.

The HOLT CAT team is committed to providing rock solid stability with superior products and services from The Red River to the Rio Grande.