Tech Trainee 1

Hawthorne Machinery Co.

United States

On-site

USD 39,000 - 48,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Hawthorne Cat is seeking a Tech Trainee 1 to support a busy Service Department. You will disassemble, clean, and reassemble Caterpillar and allied equipment, measure parts, and follow lubrication and maintenance guidelines as you train under experienced technicians.

The role involves attending training classes, completing service reports, and occasional travel within the HPC territory. A valid driver's license, PC skills, and ownership of hand tools are required, with forklift certification or

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
PC skills required.
Forklift certification or ability to obtain within 60 days.
Own hand tools for the job.

Responsibilities

Disassembles, cleans, and reassembles Caterpillar, allied product machines and other equipment serviced by the Service Department.
Measures and identifiers parts and components for reusability or replacement.
Performs maintenance and lubrication per Caterpillar guidelines and related standards.
Attends training classes and maintains passing grades.
Completes Service Reports in a timely manner per HPC standards.
Travels within the HPC territory as required and operates service vehicles.
Adheres to safety, housekeeping, and company rules and procedures.
Maintains good relationships with customers, suppliers, and other HPC staff.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

PC skills

1 year experience preferred

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Own hand tools

Job description

We Build Better Communities

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.

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.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general direction of more skilled technicians, the Tech Trainee 1 primarily performs helper duties for employees in the Service Department. The Tech Trainee 1 may at times perform unskilled or semiskilled duties in assigned areas. The Tech Trainee 1 will remain in the Trainee 1 classification for a minimum period of 1 year. During this period, the Tech Trainee 1 will attend all assigned training classes and obtain passing grades.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Disassembles, cleans, and reassembles Caterpillar, allied product machines, and Ag& Turf and industrial products serviced by the Service Department.
Measures and identifies parts and components for reusability or replacement, ordering new parts as required.
Performs all requirements found in Caterpillar and other allied lubrication and maintenance and warranty guidelines.
Attends training classes as directed and obtains passing grades.
Completes Service Reports in a timely manner and in accordance with HPC standards.
Travel as required within HPC established territory.
Operates HPC service vehicles.
Adheres strictly to HPC safety, housekeeping, credit, and other rules, policies, and procedures.
Maintains a favorable business relationship with customers, suppliers, and personnel from other HPC departments.

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 1 year 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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