Tech 2

Hawthorne Cat

Waipahu (HI)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 83,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

401(k) Plan + Company Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Company-Supplied Uniforms

Job summary

Hawthorne Cat in Waipahu, HI is seeking a highly skilled Tech 2 to repair, recondition, test, and adjust equipment. You will diagnose engines and powertrains, service hydraulic systems, and ensure work aligns with Caterpillar standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, PC skills, and ownership of hand tools, with forklift certification achievable within 60 days. 5+ years of experience is preferred, with competitive compensation and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license with good driving record.
PC skills.
Forklift certification within 60 days.
Own hand tools suitable for the work.
At least 5 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Repair, recondition, test, and adjust equipment sold by Hawthorne.
Engines: diagnose issues and repair components such as fuel pumps, turbos, and governors.
Powertrain: diagnose and service components like transmissions, clutches, finals, and differentials.
Hydraulics: service cylinders, pumps, valves, and attachments; test hydraulic systems.
Meet flat rate as established by Caterpillar and industry standards.
Contribute to team effort by achieving related results as needed.

Skills

PC skills

Driver's license

5+ years experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Hand tools

Job description

Be Part of the Hawthorne Difference!

Hawthorne Cat is a family-owned company that has led its markets for over 60 years in the sale, rental, and servicing of construction machinery and power generation equipment for industries on which our communities depend like agriculture, construction, marine, and government.

We Build Better Communities

Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success. Hawthorne Cat hires individuals who share our vision of Building Better Communities with our Customers and our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence (PRIDE).

If you are looking to build your future with an established, thriving company with countless opportunities for growth and advancement, you’ve come to the right place! At Hawthorne Cat, we’re always looking for exceptionally skilled, hardworking individuals interested in contributing to our success and the success of the communities that we serve.

Our people are our most valuable asset. That’s why at Hawthorne Cat we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

Job Description

Job Title: Tech 2

Reports to: Service Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Division: HPC

Department: Service

Union: OE

Locations: Waipahu

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Service Supervisor, with little or no supervision, the Tech 2 shall perform highly skilled work in the repairing, reconditioning, testing, and adjusting of all equipment sold by Hawthorne.

Essential Functions

Removes, installs, reconditions, and repairs engines. Makes necessary adjustments on the engines and to the components in the various systems, such as water pumps, fuel pumps, turbochargers, generators, compressors, coolers, carburetors, and cylinder heads.
Performs diagnostic tests on engines for lack of power, inability and hard to start, misfiring, overheating, excessive oil consumption, and basic tests on charging system.
Removes, installs, and makes repairs and necessary adjustments on the various power train components such as torque converters, torque dividers, direct drive transmissions, power shift transmissions, oil and dry clutches, steering clutches, and brakes, final drives, differentials, transfer cases, gear boxes, and undercarriages.
Performs diagnostic tests on power train components for overheating, operational pressure checks, and slippage.
Removes, installs, reconditions, repairs, and makes necessary adjustments on the various hydraulic controls and components such as cylinders, pumps, valves, and hydraulic attachments.
Performs diagnostic tests on hydraulic systems for operational pressures and flow check.
Must be able to meet flat rate as established by Caterpillar and industry standards.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Education, Experience, And Skills Required

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must have a valid Drivers License with a good driving record.
Must have PC skills.
Must be forklift certified or able to be certified within 60 days.
Must own hand tools that are suitable to perform the work noted above.
At least 5 years of experience preferred.

Physical Demands

Walking: Moves about on foot, often through uneven terrain.
Hands/arms: Operates equipment and hand and power tools.
Handling: Seizes, helps, or works with hands.
Lifting: Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools.
Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.
Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.
Standing: Remains in standing position if required to perform various functions of the job.
Climbing: In and out of equipment.
Raising/Lowering: Goes up and down in man lifts.
Vision: Reads work tickets and parts and service books and operates heavy equipment.
Talking: Communicates by radio, phone, and in person.
Hearing: Hears well enough to discern mechanical problems for safety in and around shop and construction sites and to receive communication by radio, phone, and in person.
Sitting: Sits in equipment and vehicles for extended periods.
Laying: Lies in prone position under vehicles and equipment for extended periods.
Lifting: Lifts up to 60lbs. daily, frequent exertion.

Environmental

Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.
Temp/Weather: Works outside and in shop with variations of temperature and weather.
Exposure: Subject to foul odors, fumes, and harsh substances.

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