Engine Repair Tech III (1st Shift)

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What to expect: As a Repair Technician III, you will serve as a key technical resource for engine-related issues, repairs, diagnostics, and rework activities in support of production schedule adherence, product quality, and customer reliability expectations. This role acts as a liaison with engine plant personnel, product support, engineering, operations, procurement, and external repair resources to identify, communicate, document, and resolve engine issues impacting production and product health. Additionally, as a Repair Technician III you will be responsible for putting safety first with a goal to prevent all injuries, occupational illnesses, and safety incidents. This role requires advanced troubleshooting capability, strong diesel engine repair experience, ability to work with limited supervision, and effective communication across cross-functional teams. Opening available on 1st shift: Monday - Friday 6 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization. Pay Rate and Schedule: The position includes a total extension wage of $35.70/hour plus a comprehensive Day-One Benefit program. Paid weekly. Paid time-off: Vacation/PTO, holiday, and Winter Holiday*. 401k matching AND additional annual company contribution* to 401k’s Required Qualifications for Consideration (minimum): 5 years documented cumulative experience in heavy mechanical work, including 2+ years diesel engine experience Technical training (vo-tech, military, apprenticeship, or equivalent) in diesel engines, heavy equipment, or related field Experience with electronic diagnostics, troubleshooting, and service tools Ability to perform engine testing, adjustments, and repairs Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications and technical documentation RESUMES / Applications must be complete and must include relevant experiences Additional attributes: Strong communication and documentation skills Ability to work independently with limited supervision Top Candidates Will Have: Prior Caterpillar heavy equipment and large engine experience Advanced diesel engine troubleshooting expertise Manufacturing or production environment experience Experience collaborating across engineering, suppliers, and operations Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis capability Experience coordinating or leading repair/rework activities Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Hands-on shop experience (welding/fabrication a plus) Details: Shift: 1st Shift Hours: 06:00AM-02:00PM CST Compensation: L10; $35.70 Location: Brooklyn Park, MN Your Role Day to Day: Perform advanced engine diagnostics, troubleshooting, testing, adjustments and repairs. Act as a technical liaison with engine plant personnel, product support, engineering, operations, procurement and external resources on engine-relaed production and product health issues. Identify, document, and communicate engine-related issues affecting production and product performance Support root cause analysis and failure investigations Lead or coordinate engine rework activities across the facility Provide technical guidance to internal teams and external repair resources Maintain accurate documentation of repairs, diagnostics, and issue resolution Support production teams in resolving mechanical, electrical, and system-related issues Contribute to continuous improvement in People, Quality, Velocity, and Cost Additional duties may include, but are not limited to: Coordinate factory additive manufacturing (3D printing) queue & material Support factory NCR process Perform troubleshooting and repairs on other machine systems including electrical, electronics & hydraulics. Determine hose layout, electrical wiring, or related fit-up solutions from basic engineering specifications when required. Complete assigned technical projects or support activities as needed. Work Environment & Physical Requirements Detail: Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes and hoists. Lift up to 35 lbs frequently. Work at multiple heights. Climb on equipment, machines, ladders and various step stools. Stand for a minimum of 8-hour shifts with minimal breaks. Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures. Exposure magnets that may impact medical devices. Kneel, squat, and crawl on knees. Work in awkward positions, including forward reach, lateral reach, squat, overhead reaching, twisting, and forward head and rotation of neck. Work in tight spaces. Repetitive grasping, pushing, pulling, rotating Use of fine motor skills. Use of hand tools including wrenches, air tools, drills, cutters, tie wrap guns, pneumatic, vibratory, etc. Includes ability to pull manual torque tools to torque requirements (at least 250 Newton meters or 185-foot pounds). Required Personal Protective Equipment: hearing protection, safety glasses, hand protection, and steel toed/metatarsal foot gear. Applications must be complete to be considered. Please include an attached resume or job history entries. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. #LI #minnesotajobs #mechanic #wearecaterpillar #hiring Summary Pay Range: $35.70 - $46.36 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. Benefits: Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits. Medical, dental, and vision benefits* Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)* 401(k) savings plans* Health Savings Account (HSA)* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)* Health Lifestyle Programs* Employee Assistance Program* Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts* Career Development* Incentive bonus* Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Adoption benefits Tuition Reimbursement * These benefits also apply to part-time employees Posting Dates: July 10, 2026 - July 26, 2026 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community. There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.