Technical Communicator

We Build Better Communities Be Part of the Hawthorne Difference! Hawthorne Cat is a family‑owned company that has led its markets for over 60 years in the sale, rental, and servicing of construction machinery and power generation equipment for industries on which our communities depend like agriculture, construction, marine, and government. Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success. Hawthorne Cat hires individuals who share our vision of Building Better Communities with our Customers and our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence (PRIDE). If you are looking to build your future with an established, thriving company with countless opportunities for growth and advancement, you’ve come to the right place! At Hawthorne Cat, we’re always looking for exceptionally skilled, hardworking individuals interested in contributing to our success and the success of the communities that we serve. Our people are our most valuable asset. That’s why at Hawthorne Cat we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. Position Summary Under limited supervision of the General Service Manager‑Machinery, this position acts as a liaison between the dealership and Caterpillar. The Technical Communicator will communicate with Caterpillar and relay any pertinent information as needed to the customers and the dealership. Essential Functions Keep personnel informed of the latest updates from Caterpillar by maintaining a Technical Library and distributing technical information within the organization. Develop and maintain Caterpillar contacts to ensure a point of contact for all CAT product updates. Provide excellent customer support that includes troubleshooting, providing logical and timely response to customer technical problems and questions, and representing our customers in relaying product concerns to Caterpillar. Accurately provide timely information to Sales, Parts, and Service by meeting customer needs and minimizing or eliminating startup and operating problems, reducing rework, and verify any complaints by comparing operation with normal or specified operation. Identify components likely to be involved using standard reference if given an operator’s complaint. Gather and report all requested data including production codes if given a specific product failure. Identify the correct factory service engineering contact to resolve if given a specific product problem. Describe failure verbally and in writing if given a failed part. Administer the appropriate Sales and Service literature by identifying application zone and describing critical factors and recommendations to factory or user as needed. Will go out in the field as needed to ensure the latest updated information is communicated to the Parts and Sales departments. Determine cause of wear, failure, reusability, and salvage methods on worn or failed parts. Implement effect of specific application or user maintenance practices on performance. Make inspections and generate reports of deficiencies for user or for factory. Measure scheduled oil sampling results and makes recommendations to user as needed. Take into consideration Dealer and factory liability when reporting and investigating an accident. Review warranty claims and shipment of iron if needed and determines applicability of Caterpillar warranty. Provide product information to Caterpillar, assisting CAT in justifying change, developing and maintaining contacts with product groups, assist in product testing, and providing timely feedback to product groups. Administer and maintain ongoing log of product problems and actions that were needed to resolve. Provide technical assistance and training for the customer. Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Education, Experience, and Skills Required Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or can provide verification of all formal classroom study or hands on experience related to heavy equipment repairs. AA degree from a trade school preferred. Must have two (2) years general office experience. Minimum five (5) years experience working in a Caterpillar Dealer service department as a technician and technical correspondents/field service. Must have a valid CA Class C Driver’s License with a clean driving record. Must have working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite. Proficient with Caterpillar service computer programs. Demonstrate excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Ability to work in team environment and possess positive attitude. Available to travel and attend out of state meetings as required. Ability to multitask and establish priorities. Ability to maintain a flexible attitude and approach towards assignments and successfully operate under ambiguous guidelines. Physical Demands Walking: Moves about on foot often through uneven terrain. Handling: Picks up items, helps or works with hands. Lifting: Up to 60lbs. Daily; frequent exertion. Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction. Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist. Standing: Remains in standing position. If required to perform various functions of the job. Climbing: In and out of equipment and operated heavy equipment. Vision: Reads work tickets, parts and service books. Talking: Communications by radio, phone, and in person. Sitting: Sits in equipment, vehicles, and at desk for long periods of time. Driving: Drives company vehicle to and from jobsites. Environmental Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise. Temp/Weather: Works indoors and outdoors with variations of temperature and weather conditions. Exposure: Foul odors, fumes and harsh substances. Benefits Competitive Compensation A great work environment and culture Career growth and advancement opportunities Training Medical, Dental and Vision plans Medical Video Appointments available Health Savings Account available Paid Time Off (PTO) Pay 401(k) Plan + Company Matching Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Life & Accident Insurance Employee Assistance Programs Legal Plan Travel Assistance Plan Wellness Programs Referral Bonus Program Longevity Bonus Program Recognition Programs and much more Hawthorne CAT discounts Boot Reimbursement Tuition Reimbursement Company‑Supplied Uniforms Advanced Technical Training Estimated Compensation $80,000 - $100,000 annually Reasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered. Hawthorne Cat® is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/V/D Hawthorne Cat® Participates in E-Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hawthornemachineryco