Shop Technician

Peterson Cat; Redmond (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterson Cat has an immediate opening for a Shop Technician in Redmond, OR. The role involves servicing customer and rental equipment, diagnosing malfunctions, and ensuring safety standards. Candidates should have a degree in Diesel Technology and at least three years of relevant experience.

This position offers a stimulating work environment where you can apply your skills on various Caterpillar equipment. A strong commitment to safety and quality is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in heavy equipment service.
• Experience in a heavy industrial environment preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and observe all procedures.
• Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Repair and rebuild various equipment components.
• Write service reports accurately.

Skills

Equipment diagnosis

Safety procedures

Customer communication

Education

Associates Degree in Diesel Technology

Job description

Job Description

Peterson Cat has an immediate need for an experienced Shop Technician at our Redmond, OR location.

Summary

The Shop Technician performs service activities primarily in the main service shop for customer and/or sales and rental fleet equipment.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules.
• Communicate with internal and external customers in a manner that promotes a positive relationship.
• Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Pre‑delivery setup and installation on all makes and models of Caterpillar equipment and allied products.
• Repair, replace or rebuild engines, transmissions, fuel systems, final drives, steering clutches, cross‑shafts, hydraulic components including pumps, motors, valves, and all related components, electrical and air systems.
• Write service reports that accurately document activities.
• Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and timecards in an accurate and timely manner to enable other employees to do their job in a timely manner.
• Perform assigned tasks in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner.
• Follow manufacturer and company service guidelines and procedures to ensure quality work and to preserve and document component failure information for accurate failure analysis.
• Work overtime as needed within labor law guidelines.
• Other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
• Operate company or personal vehicle as needed.
• Maintain punctual, regular and predictable attendance.

Qualifications

Associates Degree from a fully accredited college or technical/vocational school in Diesel Technology or other closely related field; and a minimum of three years of directly related experience in heavy equipment service, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Peterson Machinery Co. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.