Shop Technician Earthmoving

Boyd Company; Jackson (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Company is seeking a skilled technician to maintain, repair, and rebuild Caterpillar and allied equipment under limited supervision. The role includes reading repair manuals, using micrometers, and performing shop repairs to keep equipment in optimal condition.

The position pays up to $38.80 per hour and requires a High School diploma or equivalent, with preferred prior mechanical experience. Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Performs work on Caterpillar and allied equipment.
• Lifts parts and components weighed up to 50 pounds.
• Operates and moves equipment in shop bays.
• Writes accurate service reports and reads blueprints/technical data.
• May require a Commercial Driver's License.
• Perfoms shop repairs in a timely manner.
• Uses test equipment to troubleshoot repairs.
• Maintains a professional company image and follows dress code.
• Keeps work area clean and follows safety rules.
• Charges parts and labor to proper work orders.
• Owns and maintains sufficient hand tools.
• May work overtime as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Reading repair manuals

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometer

Testing tools

Shop hand tools

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