Technician - Heavy Equipment

Ziegler Cat; United States; On-site; USD 37,195 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay range

Health, dental, vision and life insurance

401(k) with company contribution and match

Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

Education assistance

Job summary

Ziegler Cat in the United States is seeking a full-time, experienced Technician to work on Caterpillar heavy construction equipment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent troubleshooting abilities and diagnostic skills, contributing to a rapidly growing customer base.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing various equipment types, maintaining a safe workspace, and ensuring effective documentation. A technical degree is preferred along with at least 2 years of diesel equipment repair experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant diesel equipment repair experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, transmissions, and electrical systems.
• Experience working on Caterpillar equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair Caterpillar equipment including compactors and excavators.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and adhere to safety procedures.
• Document labor and maintain paperwork documentation of work performed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Team player

Basic computer skills

Education

2-year technical degree or high school diploma/GED

Several years of comparable shop mechanic experience

Tools

Mechanic tool set

Job description

Overview

Ziegler CAT has an opening for a full‑time, experienced Technician to work on Caterpillar heavy construction equipment. We are looking for a dedicated employee with excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills to help deliver top notch service as a mechanic to our rapidly growing customer base.

Founded in 1914, Ziegler is a third‑generation, family‑owned CAT dealer with over 2400 employees across 30+ locations in Minnesota, Iowa and northern Missouri. Since day one Ziegler has had the same philosophy – if the customer is successful, then Ziegler will be successful. That is why Ziegler is committed to providing employees with the best possible work environment and the right tools for career development.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair Caterpillar equipment including compactors, excavators, loaders, dozers, and other heavy construction equipment.
• Respond to customer needs in a positive, supportive, and timely manner to ensure maximum value for work performed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, adhere to all safety procedures, and follow standard operating procedures.
• Cleans and organizes equipment and attends formal training.
• Assists to prepare new equipment for rent or sale.
• Provide assistance to all other levels of technicians as needed in regard to troubleshooting repairs.
• Perform other duties as assigned/required.
• Maintain paperwork documentation of work performed (work orders) in a complete and timely manner on a daily/job basis.
• Document labor, addition of segments, assuring that work order can be closed and billed as communicated with the customer.
• Positively interact with manager and team members to satisfy customer needs.
• Communicate effectively with customers, both internal and external.

Qualifications

• 2‑year technical degree or high school diploma/GED and several years of comparable shop mechanic experience.
• 2+ years of relevant diesel equipment repair experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, transmissions, undercarriage, track systems, components, electrical, and fuel systems.
• Experience working on Caterpillar equipment a plus but not required.
• Personal attributes: attention to detail, efficiency, problem‑solving, planning and organization, team player.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Own mechanic tool set.
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Drug‑test clearance required as this is a safety‑sensitive role.

Minimum Physical Requirements

• Push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Lift/carry up to 60 lbs.
• Standing, walking, using hands, talking, hearing, neck rotation, trunk rotation, stair climbing, ladder climbing, repetitive bending, kneeling, sustained squat, forward reaching, overhead reaching, supine overhead reaching, crawling, bin lift, high steps, fingering/grasping – able to use bolt box.
• Working conditions may be indoor and/or outdoor; noise level may be loud at times.

Benefits

• Competitive pay range $27.00 to $45.00 per hour (starting wage dependent on skills, experience, education and location).
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance.
• 15 days of paid time off (PTO) your first year, accrual starts day 1.
• 9 paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with company contribution and match.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – company contributes up to $1000 tax‑free each year.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and employee assistance program (EAP).
• Paid parental leave and funeral leave.
• Fitness membership discount.
• Education assistance.
• Safety boot reimbursement, personal protective equipment (PPE) and uniforms provided.
• Tool insurance.
• Safe, clean, and friendly work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ziegler Inc. is committed to equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Comprehensive Accommodations

Ziegler Inc. will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals.