Heavy Duty Repair Technician - Field

Field Heavy Duty Repair Technician

Peterson Cat has a need for an experienced Field Heavy Duty Repair Technician based at our Chico, CA location.

This position performs service activities at job sites and customer locations for customer and/or sales and rental fleet equipment.

Essential job functions include maintaining a safe working environment and observing all safety procedures, laws, policies, and rules; communicating with internal and external customers in a manner that promotes a positive relationship; traveling to and from customer sites to perform maintenance and repairs on equipment in the field; analyzing and diagnosing equipment malfunctions; repairing, replacing or rebuilding engines, transmissions, fuel systems, final drives, steering clutches, cross-shafts, hydraulic components including pumps, motors, valves, and all related components, electrical and air systems; writing service reports that accurately document diagnosis and repairs performed; possessing basic computer knowledge and ability to use service software required in position; preparing required documentation including work orders, parts lists, and timecards in an accurate and timely manner; ensuring assigned company vehicle maintains a clean professional appearance and is in proper working order; performing assigned tasks in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner; following manufacturer and company service guidelines and procedures to ensure quality work and to preserve and document component failure information for accurate failure analysis; projecting a positive professional image with customers; communicating with customers; keeping customers informed on status of work; developing and maintaining a strong customer service relationship with all customer contacts; operating company or personal vehicle as needed; and maintaining punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.

Qualifications include an Associates Degree from a fully accredited college or technical/vocational school in Diesel Technology or other closely related field preferred; and a minimum of 6 years of directly related experience in heavy equipment repair, preferably in a heavy industrial environment with or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Must be a member of Local 3 of the Operating Engineers or be willing to become a member as a condition of employment.

The pay rate for this position is: $40.67. We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base salary.

Peterson 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.