Technician - Lube Truck

fabickcatcareers; Missouri; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fabick Cat is seeking a diligent lube truck technician to perform preventative maintenance and light repairs on customer-owned construction equipment. You will diagnose faults using diagnostic tools and laptop devices across electronics, hydraulics, powertrain, and engines, while loading/unloading equipment and adhering to OSHA safety rules.

Must have a high school diploma or GED; diesel tech training preferred, with 2–5 years of relevant experience and a valid CDL if required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; diesel technology training preferred.
• 2–5 years of preventative maintenance and light repairs on construction equipment (Caterpillar preferred).
• Ability to troubleshoot engine, hydraulic and electrical systems; read schematics and operate diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and light repairs on customer-owned machines as directed.
• Diagnose faults using laptop computers, gauges, and instruments across electronics, hydraulics, and powertrain systems.
• Load or unload equipment from customer-owned or common carrier vehicles.
• Comply with OSHA Safety and Health rules and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostics tools

Troubleshooting hydraulics

Electrical systems

Mechanical aptitude

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

MSHA certification

CDL required

Education

High school diploma or GED

Diesel technology training

Tools

Laptop diagnostics

Job description

Company Overview:

Fabick Cat is the authorized dealer of Caterpillar equipment, prime and stand-by power systems, parts and service, compact construction, and rental equipment for major portions of Illinois, Missouri, the entire state of Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. We have been in business for over 100 years and are headquartered in Fenton, Missouri. For more information visit www.fabickcat.com

Why Work For Us!

At Fabick Cat, you are beyond just an employee, you are a part of the Fabick family. A family that has worked so diligently to cement a legacy that was built over 100 years ago through a collective vision "To Ever Serve Our Customers Better". This legacy could not have been possible without first employing then developing the best and brightest talent the market has to offer. We believe it to be of the upmost importance to invest in our workforce by supporting and empowering employees to develop the necessary skills to become successful in their own career.... to become a legacy. Are you ready to join our family legacy to continue our existence as 'the greatest service organization of its kind' over the next 100 years? The Fabick family appreciates and values the ongoing commitment of its employees and is pleased to provide a highly competitive total compensation and benefits package.

Responsibilities:

• Primary responsibility of the technician-lube truck is to perform preventative maintenance general machine upkeep and light repairs on customer owned machines as directed. Repairs are made on all types of construction equipment.
• Detection of faults through the use of diagnostic laptop computers, gauges, and instruments in all machine systems: electronics, hydraulics, power train, engines and general machine performance is expected. Occasional operation of equipment in the determination of repair need or repair assessment may occur.
• Load or unload equipment or components from customer owned or common carrier vehicles.
• Comply with OSHA Safety and Health rules.
• Any and all duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school education or GED equivalent is required. Technical, vocational, or trade school education in diesel technology is preferred.
• Two to five years experienceinconducting preventative maintenance services and light mechanical repairs on construction equipment,Caterpillar preferred. Experience in diagnosing equipment utilizing laptop computers, gauges, and instruments in all machine systems: electronics, hydraulics, power train, engines, and general machine performance is preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair engine, hydraulic and electrical systems along with brakes, clutches, etc.
• Ability to operate in a fast paced environment that requires multitasking while maintaining a high level of organization.
• Must demonstrate good problem solving skills, mechanical aptitude, excellent communication skills -- both oral and written, good work habits, above average math, science, and English skills, the ability to read and interpret machine schematics, self-motivation and a desire to perform at one's highest level.
• Proficiency with computers and aspects of Microsoft office desired.
• MSHA certified, or the ability to be MSHA certified.
• Candidate must either have or be able to obtain a CDL as required.

Special Physical Requirements:

In addition to being able to sit, stand, walk, read, talk, write and hear, to perform the essential functions of this job an individual must be able to do the following additional activities: lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. The following may be expected to be encountered: long periods of standing, periodic exposure to seasonal heat and cold, working with oils and greases, noise, shift work as needed - 1st and 2nd, working outside, stooping, bending, squatting, or working in a prone position. Accommodations will be made if they are reasonable, do not create an undue hardship, and will enable an individual with a disability to safely perform the essential job functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.