Shop Technician-PDI, AG

Altorfer Cat; Clinton (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) and matching

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Paid sick leave

Education assistance

Tool insurance

Safety equipment reimbursement

Voluntary benefits: accident, critical

Job summary

Altorfer Inc. is seeking a skilled service technician to pre-deliver and set up equipment, perform warranty repairs identified during PDI, and conduct in-shop service on Cat AG products.

You will install guidance gear, map field techs, and troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical systems. Responsibilities include working with Terragators, Rogators, Claas combines, Fendt, Challenger, and Massey Ferguson tractors, maintaining safety and quality standards, and providing support across a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Formal technical training or 2 years of AG machinery knowledge required.
• Electrical and hydraulic diagnostic and troubleshooting skills needed.
• Basic computer skills with programs such as Microsoft, Excel, Outlook and CAT Programs.
• Knowledge and experience working with parts books.
• Good communication skills and ability to lift 75 lbs.
• Willingness to work overtime and some weekends.
• Able to work in a fast paced environment, be a self-starter and adapt to change.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record (no more than 2 minor violations in 3 years, no major violations in 5 years).

Responsibilities

• Pre-deliver and set up of new equipment and handle warranty repairs found during PDI.
• Install guidance equipment and field mapping technology.
• Operate equipment to identify diagnostic issues and determine solutions.
• In-shop service and repairs on AG products.
• Focus on Terragators, Rogators, Claas combines, Fendt, Challenger and Massey Ferguson Tractors and other Cat AG products.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, electrical and related systems.
• May perform other related duties as requested or assigned.

Skills

Electrical diagnostics

Hydraulic troubleshooting

Computer literacy

Parts books knowledge

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Overtime readiness

AG machinery knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CAT Programs

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday, overtime and weekends as needed

Overview

Pre-deliver and set up of new equipment. Handle warranty repairs found during pre-delivery inspection (PDI) as needed.

Basic Duties

• Installing guidance equipment and field mapping technology.
• Operate equipment in a safe manner to find diagnostic errors or technical problems to determine proper solutions.
• Perform in shop service and repairs on all AG products.
• Focusing primarily on Terragators, Rogators, Claas combines, Fendt, Challenger and Massey Ferguson 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.

Qualifications

• 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) 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: $24.50-$36.59 per hour

Posted Min USD $24.50/Hr.

Posted Max USD $36.59/Hr.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

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 emp loyees 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.