Mining Equipment Field Mechanic

Empire technicians are the lifeline to our clients - trained professionals who work on machinery and equipment produced by Caterpillar, one of the leading large-scale mobile machinery manufacturers in the world. We are seeking seasoned shop and field technicians/mechanics with experience in similar heavy equipment dealerships to join our third-generation, family-owned organization. We have 100+ job openings throughout our 30+ locations in Arizona, Nevada, and parts of Eastern California. Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English. Excellent client service skills. Own and maintain required personal tools. At least five years heavy equipment technician experience, preferably in a dealership environment. Caterpillar work experience. ~ Proficient rebuilding/repairing machinery including hydraulics, electrical, powertrain, engines Tier IV Emissions systems, failure analysis procedures, and warranty claims procedures. Shift Multiple Shifts Available Sierrita Mine Site Monday - Friday 21.20 - $67.08 Per Hour Repair, recondition, weld, fabricate, service and prepare CAT and other Empire line allied machines and components for delivery. Work in adverse weather and other adverse situations presented by field working conditions. Accept all out-of-town assignments requiring extended overnight stays. Provide on-the-job training to helpers as assigned. Communicate, orally and in writing, information, instructions, and explanations to associates, clients and management regarding equipment conditions, problems, and recommendations. Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, metallurgical and stress failures. Ask for assistance in cases where the diagnosis has not been made within four hours. Prepare inspection and appraisal reports. In advance of a service trip, arrange to take parts, tools, proper size welding rod or wire, technical publications and other material required to complete the job. At the job site, organize the job sequence, and arrange with the dispatcher for all sublet or component rework required. Repair, recondition, weld, fabricate, and maintain equipment and components. Prepare equipment for delivery. Remove and install components and parts. Determine parts reusability in accordance with published reusability guidelines. Service and maintain equipment (preventive maintenance), adjust (tune up), and test mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems, and components. Operate welding equipment. Perform arc welding, air arc, gas welding and cutting in vertical up, flat and overhead positions using correct temperatures and procedures for the type of material being welded. Adheres to all applicable safety policies. Complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards. Prepare Service Reports. Maintain company equipment. Make warranty recommendations to supervision via job closing questionnaire. Explain the causes of equipment operating difficulties and failures to clients and the corrective action necessary to prevent them. Knowledge and skills to operate and understand diagnostic equipment including computerized instrumentation. Appropriate manner, conduct, and grooming adhere to company policy. Ability to obtain CDL. Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies and use of all required safety equipment. High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED). Proof of current valid CDL if required by position. Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write) in English. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Will be required to wear respirator and be cleared for respirator use by an approved medical provider. May be required to operate a forklift with appropriate certification(s). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; The roles and objectives of this job do not include setting corporate policy and does not constitute a managing agent of the company. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The pay transparency policy is available here: Empire is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call us at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email us View email address on click.appcast.io.