Shop Technician

Gregory Poole; Washington (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Gregory Poole is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Technician to perform advanced diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs on CAT equipment. The role involves independent work, heavy lifting, and use of hoists and power tools to restore engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems to operating condition.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, and at least four years' experience with CAT machinery, including two years across multiple model lines.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED required.
• Four years of work experience with CAT equipment; two years on multiple model lines.
• Proficiency in at least two mechanical systems (e.g., transmissions, engines, hydraulics).
• Ability to lift and move parts up to 112 pounds and operate hoists.

Responsibilities

• Check equipment and supplies for scheduled work; comply with PPE.
• Troubleshoot and repair construction equipment using manuals and diagrams.
• Use lift trucks, cranes, and power tools to move and repair parts.
• Reference parts and data in systems; document repairs and orders.
• Disassemble/reassemble parts; clean and test with diagnostic equipment.
• Access vehicle components by climbing on/under equipment; perform inspections.
• Reprogram equipment controllers as part of repair work.

Skills

Mechanical systems proficiency

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Power tools

Lift equipment

Test equipment

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The primary function of this position it to perform advanced systems repair and assembly by performing independent trouble shooting using various diagnostic equipment and manuals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Check the equipment and supplies required to perform the work scheduled, comply with PPE requirements, and otherwise prepare for duties.
• Uses manuals, repair manuals, parts manuals, parts diagrams to perform independent troubleshooting and repair of construction equipment.
• Uses lift trucks, overhead cranes, & other aides to lift or move parts into position to be repaired.
• Uses hand & power tools to remove, install, replace, re-build, repair, & test parts/equipment on construction equipment.
• Uses miscellaneous resources and computers to reference parts, get information about parts & enter data into record systems.
• Uses tools to disassemble/re assemble parts or equipment; cleans parts with rags, cleaners, power washer; uses test equipment to make diagnostic checks; and controls powered equipment or tools to make repairs.
• Climbs up onto, under, & into vehicles to gain access to all parts of vehicle.
• Uses overhead hoists, lift devices, forklifts & other aides to move items off vehicle (tracks, idler wheels, blades, etc.) & then to move parts to locations for disassembly, repair, then back to the vehicle for reassembly.
• Proficient at performing inspections, do preventative maintenance, repair engines, power train, hydraulic and electrical components.
• Lift/carry and position ram used to remove idlers, unbolt idlers, remove them with
• Uses power washers & spray paint equipment to clean & paint vehicle.
• Uses instruments and computers to reprogram equipment controllers.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Must have a high school education or GED

Work Experience:

Requires four years of work experience with at least two years' experience with CAT equipment; Must be proficient in at least two mechanical systems (i.e. transmissions, engines, hydraulics, etc.) for numerous model lines.

Physical:

Must be able to daily and repeatedly stoop, kneel, bend and climb onto and underneath various equipment to perform diagnosis and repairs; Must be able to effectively see to perform repairs, research technical manuals, and develop written repair work order reports. Must be able to routinely and physically lift/position various parts to perform repairs/service and manually handle parts up to 112 pounds, as well as use mechanical hoist for heavier parts.

Other:

Must be able to effectively write repair activities on customer work orders; Must have cognitive reasoning and problem-solving skills to apply knowledge, written information and verbal instructions in repairing/servicing unusual and/or unknown technical equipment operational problems. Should have exposure to P.C. base equipment and parts information; Can work independently with minimal supervision.