Gas Engine Rebuild Technician-2nd Shift (CRC)

Job Posted: 2024-10-30
Location:
Flowood, MS, US

Puckett Machinery Company is the Caterpillar® heavy equipment, rental services, and power systems dealer for central and southern Mississippi. As the industry leader in our territory with 15 locations, helping our customers succeed is our number one priority.

We are seeking experienced Gas Engine Rebuild Technicians for the SECOND SHIFT (Mon-Thur 12 noon-10:30pm) at our state of the art component rebuild center in Flowood.  We offer great pay,  scheduled overtime, CLIMATE CONTROLLED work bays, comprehensive benefit plan, and specialized technical training.

The Diesel Engine Rebuild Technician is responsible for the set-up, disassembly/re-assembly, overhaul, and rebuild of Caterpillar and allied natural gas powered industrial engines and related components.  This is an intermediate level skilled trade position working independently and/or with guidance from service mentors in a shop-based production-style environment.  The position reports to the Service Supervisor.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:

  • Perform disassembly, inspection, rebuilding and/or re-assembly of natural gas powered industrial engine systems and components, including but not limited to powertrain pumps, motors, and hydraulics components) in accordance with all prescribed quality and safety standards.  
  • Research and determine reusability of parts in accordance with published manufacturer guidelines.
  • Coordinate the ordering of replacement parts with designated point of contact.
  • Test, measure, and adjust engine systems and components.  Therein, identify the cause of failure through logical troubleshooting steps and failure analysis.
  • Setup/install, operate and remove engines and related hardware on an engine dynamometer in a test cell to perform electronic fuel injection calibration, perform diagnostics, make minor repairs as needed, and prepare the unit for shipping.
  • Prepare and submit detailed, complete and legible service reports of all inspection and actions performed using prescribed forms and procedures in a timely manner.  
  • Keep supervisor regularly apprised of status of assigned work and assist in addressing customer questions and concerns.
  • Maintain work area, tools, and equipment to promote a clean and safe environment.
  • Maintain a professional and proper personal appearance at all times.
  • Keep up to date with developments in tooling, technologies and systems.