Shop Technician Rental

Boyd Company; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Company in Hopkinsville, KY is seeking a maintenance technician to service Caterpillar and allied equipment in the Rental Department. You will perform repairs, read manuals, use micrometers, and maintain tools and work areas. Overtime may be required based on department needs.

Compensation is up to $38.80 per hour. A high school diploma and mechanical experience are essential; ownership of shop tools is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous mechanical experience in the given industry/division.
• Must be able to read and comprehend repair manuals.
• Must have shop required hand tools.
• Ability to use micrometer and other testing tools.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance, repairs, and rebuilding of Caterpillar and allied equipment.
• Performs work assignments on all types of Caterpillar and allied equipment.
• Lifts parts and components weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Operates and moves equipment in and out of shop service bays.
• Inputs accurate service reports, reads and comprehends blueprints, technical data and service manuals.
• May be required to possess a Commercial Driver's License based on department needs.
• Keeps work area clean and orderly; follows safety rules and procedures.
• Owns and maintains sufficient hand tools to perform the job.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read repair manuals

Micrometer use

Team safety awareness

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 in the Rental Department.

Compensation: up to $38.80 per hour.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous mechanical experience in the given industry/division
• Must be able to read and comprehend repair manuals
• Must have shop required hand tools
• Ability to use micrometer and other testing tool

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
• Input accurate 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