Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic

2 days ago


Redding, California, United States Peterson Full time
Heavy Duty Repair Technician Job Description

At Peterson, we're committed to building the future with our customers. As a Heavy Duty Repair Technician, you'll play a critical role in maintaining our fleet of heavy equipment. If you're motivated, skilled, and passionate about doing work that matters, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

The Heavy Duty Repair Technician performs service activities in our main service shop for customer and/or sales and rental fleet equipment. This role requires strong analytical and diagnostic skills, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain a safe working environment and observe all safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules.
  • Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
  • Pre-delivery setup and installation on all makes and models of Caterpillar equipment and allied products.
  • Repair, replace or rebuild engines, transmissions, fuel systems, final drives, steering clutches, cross-shafts, hydraulic components including pumps, motors, valves, and all related components, electrical and air systems.
  • Write service reports that accurately document activities.
  • Prepare required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and timecards in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Perform assigned tasks in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner.
  • Follow manufacturer and company service guidelines and procedures to ensure quality work and to preserve and document component failure information for accurate failure analysis.
  • Work overtime as needed within labor law guidelines.
  • Operate company or personal vehicle as needed.
  • Maintain punctual, regular and predictable attendance.
Requirements

We're looking for an Associate's Degree from a fully accredited college or technical/vocational school in Diesel Technology or other closely related field, and a minimum of 5 years of directly related experience in heavy equipment service. Must be a member of Local 3 of the Operating Engineers or be willing to become one as a condition of employment.

The pay rate for this position is: $38.72. We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base salary.

Peterson Tractor Co. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.



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