Shop Technician Earthmoving

Boyd Company; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Company is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to service Caterpillar and allied equipment on site in Elizabethtown, KY. You will perform repairs, read repair manuals, and document service reports, using micrometers and other testing tools as required.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic mechanical experience, and possession of your own shop tools. CDL may be needed based on department needs; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical experience preferred.
• Must be able to read and comprehend repair manuals.
• Must have shop required hand tools.
• Ability to use micrometer and other testing tools.
• Good interpersonal skills, and written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance on Caterpillar and allied equipment.
• Lifts parts/components up to 50 pounds.
• Operates and moves repaired equipment in/out of shop bays.
• Writes service reports; reads blueprints and manuals.
• May require CDL depending on department needs.
• Performs shop repairs promptly and efficiently.
• Uses proper test equipment to troubleshoot.
• Maintains positive image; follows dress code.
• Keeps area clean; observes safety rules.
• Charges parts and labor to the correct work orders.
• Owns and maintains required hand tools.
• May work overtime if needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Reading repair manuals

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shop hand tools

Micrometer

Job description

Performs maintenance, repairs and rebuilding of Caterpillar and allied equipment under limited supervision.

Compensation: up to $38.80 per hour.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous mechanical experience preferred
• Must be able to read and comprehend repair manuals
• Must have shop required hand tools
• Ability to use micrometer and other testing tools
• Good interpersonal skills, and written and verbal communication skills

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs work assignments on all types of Caterpillar and allied equipment
• Lifts parts and equipment components that weigh no more than 50 pounds
• Operates and moves equipment being repaired in and out of shop service bays
• Writes accurate and legible Service Reports, reads and comprehends blueprints, technical data and service manuals
• May be required to possess a Commercial Driver's License based on department operational needs
• Performs assigned shop repairs on CAT and allied equipment in a timely and efficient manner
• Uses proper test equipment to troubleshoot for needed repairs
• Projects a positive company image with fellow employees, customers, and management; complies with company dress code
• Keeps work area clean and orderly; follows all work safety rules and procedures
• Ensures accuracy of work orders by charging parts and labor to proper work order segments
• Owns and maintains sufficient hand tools to perform the job
• May be required to work overtime if needed
• Performs other duties as necessary and assigned