Field Service Technician 2 - Heavy Equipment

HOLT CAT in Longview, Texas is looking for an experienced Caterpillar Field Service Technician. The hours of the position are Monday-Friday 7 AM to 4 PM. Daily travel is required within a 150-mile radius of Longview, Texas. This position is responsible for performing high-quality field service repair work on heavy equipment in order to respond to customer needs in a positive, caring, and timely manner and to ensure maximum value for work performed. A sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates only. Experience is REQUIRED

What can HOLT offer you?
A competitive salary, front-loaded PTO, 401k matching plus a profit-sharing plan, comprehensive health care benefits, tuition reimbursement, wellness rewards, gym discount, an amazing employee development program with a department devoted to your professional development allowing you to grow your skills and build your competencies to prepare you for future opportunities at HOLT, and much more! There is also a Sign-On Bonus of up to $5,000 for those qualified.

Education and Experience:

• At least two years of diesel-powered heavy equipment repair experience in a field environment preferred
• MSHA certification preferred
• Air conditioning certification preferred
• Crane/Rigger certifications preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Graduation from a diesel technology program preferred

Additional Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s license required
• Must pass a DOT Physical
• Ability to obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and must have an acceptable driving record
• Must have all required mechanic hand and pneumatic tools (metric/standard)
• Travel required with a possibility of an overnight stay

Essential Functions:

• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Performs minor repairs and minimal troubleshooting offsite with minimal supervision
• Performs minor troubleshooting and minimal diagnoses of equipment malfunctions and failures
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment using electronic and manual equipment to determine failure. CAT ET & CAT SiS 2.0 knowledge preferred
• Able to document all work orders properly
• Must be able to troubleshoot and diagnose Tier 4 systems. 
• Removes and installs parts, disassembles and assembles basic components
• Tests, makes adjustments and verifies proper operation of all repairs and adjustments
• Prepares and completes all job-related documents, writes service reports, orders parts, and maintains clear customer records; in addition, accesses databases required to complete job
• Operates equipment and vehicles with possession of all necessary licenses and certificates
• Maintains service vehicle inspection records, daily inspections and driver logs as required by the Department of Transportation
• Adheres to contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations
• Maintains all company equipment, tools, and vehicle in a good, clean, and working order
• Communicates job progress to supervisor and customer as needed
• Completes assigned jobs and task to meet flat rate time and re-work standards
• Works overtime as required by workload and customers’ needs
• Completes all assigned Technician Training Path courses and safety training in a timely and proficient manner
• Projects professionalism with both internal and external customers, including personal appearance; may be relied upon to act as a mentor to lower level Technicians
• Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of safe work procedures and practices
• Moderate knowledge of equipment and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance 3 yrs
• Moderate knowledge of hydraulics, transmissions, engines, undercarriage, and electrical 3 yrs
• Demonstrates proficiency with current computer software, related hardware, and basic knowledge of machine electronic systems
• Exceptional skills in customer service
• Moderate diagnostic and troubleshooting skills 3yrs 
• Planning and organizing skills to prioritize and plan work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources
• Operation and control skills of equipment or systems
• Equipment selection skills to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to operate a crane and forklift, and obtain required certifications/licenses
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under fast-paced, time-constraining circumstances
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and equipment used in mechanical repair
• The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to move objects, and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue
• Frequently moves materials or equipment weighing up to 80 pounds
• Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina
• Ascends/descends with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet, and climb up and down ladders and/or equipment
• Be able to maneuver safely and work underneath equipment
• Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work

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