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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.
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:
Diagnose and perform service repairs on Caterpillar construction and mining equipment as directed.
- Bulldozers: D6, D8, D9
- Excavators: 320, 336, 349
- Loaders: 950, 980, 988
- Articulated Trucks: 745, 777, 789
- Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs on heavy equipment, including packaging and production machinery.
- Perform preventive maintenance and general machine upkeep to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
- Use CAT diagnostic laptop computers, gauges, and other instruments to detect faults in electronics, hydraulics, power train, engines, and general machine systems.
- Operate equipment as needed to assist in troubleshooting or verify repair effectiveness.
- Disassemble and assemble machine components to manufacturer specifications using hand tools, pneumatic tools, and specialized Fabick-provided tooling.
- Perform occasional basic welding tasks as required for repair and maintenance work.
- Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and work orders to perform service tasks accurately.
- Research parts requirements and assist in the ordering process to complete repairs efficiently.
- Load and unload equipment or components from customer-owned or commercial carrier vehicles in a safe and secure manner.
- Ensure compliance with all OSHA Safety and Health standards and Fabick Cat safety policies.
- Perform any and all duties as assigned by supervision or management to support department operations.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- Experience: 2 - 5 years of proven experience as a Shop Technician specializing in Caterpillar equipment, with proficiency in the specific models listed above, or equivalent experience with heavy equipment or mining equipment, systems, engines, and components required.
- Technical Skills: Strong troubleshooting and repair skills in CAT diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical components, and mechanical systems.
- Problem-solving Ability: Ability to diagnose complex technical issues utilizing laptop computers, gauges and instruments in all machine systems to find effective solutions promptly.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with customers and collaborate with team members.
- MSHA certified, or the ability to be MSHA certified.
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: Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. 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. 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.