Heavy Equipment Technician

Heavy Equipment Service Technician

Become a member of our winning team! We have opportunities as Heavy Equipment Service Technician in our Great Falls, MT Branch. Do you like to solve technical problems? Are you effective at troubleshooting?

Hourly Pay Range: $29.95-45.00 (Based on skills and experience).

Essential Duties:

• This is a key role in our company in which our technicians are responsible for diagnosing and repairing of Caterpillar equipment including removing, repairing, assembling and installing.
• We have an opportunity for you to diagnose and troubleshoot engines, powertrains, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• You will need to have experience with CAT diagnostic equipment, CAT repair tooling, rigging and blocking equipment.
• This position requires planning and organizing skills with a particular emphasis on controlling job costs.
• You will need to investigate, analyze and identify problem in order to make recommendations for eliminating the problem.

Education Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A graduate of a 2-4 year vocational technical school training institution or equivalent experience is required.
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to operate a forklift and other equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, hoists, cranes, pressure washers in a safe manner.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Outlook).
• Experience working at a Caterpillar (CAT) dealership or with CAT products is ideal.
• This role requires the ability to stand up to eight hours per day and includes twisting, bending, squatting, sitting stooping and kneeling. Efficiency in completing paperwork.

Company Benefits:

• Retirement: 401k w/ Company Match and Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off: Paid Vacation, Holiday & Sick Leave
• Health Insurance: Premera Blue Cross Medical w/Telehealth & Dental
• Vision Insurance: VSP Vision Insurance
• Insurance: Company Paid Life, AD&D & Disability Insurance
• Guidance Resources: Employee Assistance Program
• Rewards: Quarterly Employee Recognition Cash Program
• Discounts: CAT Products, Rental/Sales Discounts
• Financial Access: Credit Union Membership is available
• Growth/Stability: Career Growth Opportunities within a 4th Generation Family-owned Company for over 96 years
• Tenure: Seniority Bonus, starting at 5+ years
• Talent Referral Program: Employee Referral Bonus
• Potential performance increases throughout the year

Harnish Group Inc. is the Caterpillar Dealer in Central and Western Washington, Central and Eastern Montana, Northwestern Wyoming, Northwestern North Dakota and the state of Alaska. Our Member Companies are N C Machinery, N C The Cat Rental Store, N C Power Systems, Tractor & Equipment Co., T & E The Cat Rental Store, T&E Power Systems, SITECH Northwest Inc., representing Caterpillar and other manufacturers. A family owned and managed company since 1929, our Mission is to help our customers succeed by providing premier business solutions delivered by engaged employees through teamwork and excellence.