Tech 2 Waipahu, HI

SITECH; Waipahu, Northern (HI, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Great work environment and culture

Career growth and advancement

Training

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Paid Time Off (PTO) Pay

401(k) Plan + Company Matching

Health and Dependent Care Flexible Sp,

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Company-Supplied Uniforms

Advanced Technical Training

Job summary

Hawthorne Cat in Waipahu seeks a skilled Tech 2 to perform high‑level repair, reconditioning, testing and adjustments on equipment sold by Hawthorne. Under the Service Supervisor, you will tackle engines, power trains, hydraulics, and related systems with minimal supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma, valid driver's license, PC skills, and ownership of suitable hand tools; forklift certification or the ability to obtain it within 60 days, plus 5 years' experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid Driver's License with a good driving record.
• Must have PC skills.
• Must have 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.

Responsibilities

• Removes, installs, reconditions, and repairs engines and related components.
• Performs diagnostic tests on engines and power train components.
• Removes, installs, and repairs power train components and hydraulics.
• Performs diagnostic tests on hydraulic systems and checks for pressures and flow.
• Must meet flat rate standards and contribute to team goals.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

PC skills

Own hand tools

5+ years experience preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

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.

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

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, reconds, 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 have 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.

Here’s what we Offer…

• Competitive Compensation
• A great work environment and culture
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Training
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Medical video appointments available
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Pay
• 401(k) Plan + Company Matching
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Legal Plan
• Travel Assistance Plan
• Wellness Programs
• Referral Bonus Program
• Longevity Bonus Program
• Recognition Programs and much more
• Boot Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company-Supplied Uniforms
• Advanced Technical Training

Interested in joining the Hawthorne team? Check out our current available positions at:

ACCOMMODATIONS:Reasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered.

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