Shop Technician Rental

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

Job summary

Boyd Company in Louisville, KY, is seeking a skilled automotive technician to maintain, repair, and rebuild Caterpillar and allied equipment in the Rental Department. This role operates under limited supervision and requires strong mechanical aptitude and manual reading skills.

The ideal candidate will perform shop repairs, use micrometers and testing tools, and ensure accurate service reports. Overtime may be required, and helpful hands-on experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must read and comprehend repair manuals.
• Experience with Caterpillar equipment preferred.
• Ability to use micrometers and testing tools.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance, repairs, and rebuilding of Caterpillar and allied equipment.
• Lifts parts weighing a minimum of 70 pounds.
• Operates and moves equipment being repaired in/out of shop bays.
• Writes accurate service reports and reads blueprints/tech data.
• May require CDL depending on dept needs.
• Overtime may be required.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Repair manual reading

Micrometer usage

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Shop hand tools

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 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 a minimum of 70 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