Shop Technician, Heavy

Altorfer Cat; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Altorfer Cat is seeking a Shop Technician to provide repairs and service on various heavy equipment. This role requires technical expertise, strong diagnostic skills, and a commitment to customer service. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth in a supportive and family-oriented culture.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) with additional contributions

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

40 hours of vacation after 1 year

Education Assistance

Tool insurance and safety equipment reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must have completed a formal technical training program.
• Minimum three years' experience required.
• Must be able to lift up to 75-100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform service and repairs on heavy equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Complete service reports in a timely manner.

Skills

Engine diagnostics

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Customer service

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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700 am – 330 pm Monday – Friday, overtime and weekends as needed

Perform service and repairs on Caterpillar and other types of heavy equipment.

• Trouble-shoot and repair engine, hydraulic, electrical and all other systems.
• Provide excellent customer service to all customers.
• Operate equipment in a safe manner to find diagnostic errors or technical problems and determine proper solutions.
• Establish and maintain a service oriented relationship with customers and supervisors.
• Complete service reports in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned
• Successful completion of a formal technical training program with a minimum of three years’ experience required.
• Must have engine, electrical & hydraulic diagnostic, trouble shooting and repair skills.
• Military and veterans are encouraged to apply.
• Computer literate. Must be familiar with programs such as Microsoft, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to follow all safety rules and wear proper safety equipment in the shop.
• Must be a self-starter with good time management
• Excellent planning & organizational skills required
• Ability to work overtime and some weekends when needed.
• Excellent communication skills (written, e-mail, and verbal) are necessary.
• Must be able to lift up to 75-100lbs and provide your own tools.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and 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) and Additional 401(k) Contribution
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave and Funeral Leave
• Vacation 40 hours of vacation after 1 year of full-time employment
• Sick 40 hours of sick after 1 year of full-time employment
• Education Assistance
• Personal Tool Insurance, and Safety Equipment Reimbursement
• Voluntary Benefits Accident, Critical and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identity & Fraud Protection
  
  
  

Payrate $27.65-$39.42 per hour

USD $27.65/Yr.

USD $39.42/Yr.

This position works in a shop/warehouse environment. May on a continuous basis walk, bend and lift up to 75-100lbs. 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. 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 critical 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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