Shop Technician, AG

Altorfer Cat; Dix (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave and Funeral Leave

Paid Time Off (PTO) + floating holiday

Education Assistance

Tools Insurance & Safety Equipment Rei

Voluntary Benefits: Accident, Critical

Identity & Fraud Protection

Job summary

Altorfer Inc. is seeking an in-shop technician to service and repair AG equipment at our Dix, IL location. You will focus on Terragators, Rogators, Spra Coupe, Lexion combines, and Challenger tractors, diagnosing electrical and hydraulic systems.

Requirements include a formal technical training or 2 years of AG machinery knowledge, experience with parts books, and a valid driver’s license. Overtime and some weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Formal technical training or 2 years AG machinery knowledge required.
• Experience with parts books is required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Lifts up to 75 lbs as needed.
• Willing to work overtime and some weekends.
• Electrical and hydraulic diagnostic skills needed.
• Basic computer skills: Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-shop service and repairs at Dix, IL location.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical systems and other components.
• Work on Terragators, Rogators, Spra Coupe, Lexion combines, and Challenger tractors.
• May perform other related duties as requested or assigned.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic troubleshooting

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical training or AG machinery knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

CAT Programs

Parts catalogs/Parts books

Job description

730 am - 400 pm Monday - Friday, overtime and weekends as needed

• Perform in shop service and repairs at our Dix, IL location.
• Focusing primarily on Terragators, Rogators, Spra Coupe, Cat Lexion Combines, Challenger tractors and other Cat AG products.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, electrical and all other systems.
• May perform other related duties as requested and/or assigned.
• Successful completion of a formal technical training program preferred or 2 years of AG machinery knowledge and experience required.
• Electrical and hydraulic diagnostic and troubleshooting skills needed.
• Basic computer skills are needed especially with programs such as Microsoft, Excel, Outlook and CAT Programs.
• Must have knowledge and previous experience working with parts books.
• Possess good communication skills and able to lift 75 lbs.
• Willingness to work overtime and some weekends when needed.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment, be a self-starter and able to adapt to change.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with clean driving record. This includes no more than 2 minor violations within the past 3 years and no major violations within the past 5 years (Motor Vehicle Report will be performed on final candidate).

Altorfer Inc. offers an industry leading compensation and benefit package

• Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave and Funeral Leave
• Paid Time Off Prorated 80 hours of PTO + 1 Floating Holiday
• Education Assistance
• Personal Tool Insurance, and Safety Equipment Reimbursement
• Voluntary Benefits Supplemental Insurance, Accident, Critical and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identity & Fraud Protection

PayrateMin $25.00 per hour Max $35.00 per hour

USD $25.00/Hr.

USD $35.00/Hr.

This position works in a warehouse/shop environment. May on a continuous basis walk, bend and lift up to 75 lbs. May be required to wear appropriate safety equipment (IE- Safety glasses or side shields) when needed. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. May intermittently sit at a desk for a period of time to answer telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through email. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. Occasional travel may be required. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Why Work for Altorfer?

At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the “A-Team” and is crucial to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a remarkable team of people to work with.