Small Engine Technician

The Engine Shop TechnicianIV (410) is responsible for providing high quality repair service on equipment, in order to respond to customer needs in a positive, caring and timely manner and to ensure maximum value for work performed. TypicalWork Schedule: 4, 10-hour shifts DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES? WHAT YOU'LL DO: Consistently complete assigned jobs and task to meet flat rate times and re-do metric. Work safely and follow all WCAT safety policies and procedures. Complete related paperwork and access databases required to complete job (work order, parts order, JSA, DBS, SIMS, SIS web, STW) accurately and timely. Operate and perform Dyno operations proficiently on all gas and diesel engines. Follow contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations. Remove and install parts, disassemble and assemble components, clean and inspect and adjust assemblies with ability to self-monitor work quality. Understand and apply CAT reusability guidelines. P erform engine alignment. Perform warranty repairs using CAT warranty guidelines. Proficiently and accurately diagnose and troubleshoot problems on gas and diesel engines, give recommendations for repairs and make all critical engine repairs and adjustments. Apply specific failure analysis and procedures in determining proper diagnosis. Test and verify correct operation of all repairs and adjustments. Mentor Engine Techs I and II as needed. Accurate and timely service reports and timecards daily. Perform engine and component rebuild without supervision. As assigned performs team leader responsibilities: coordinates day to day shop assignments, liaison between supervisor and shop technicians and all task assigned by the supervisor. Other duties may be assigned. WHAT YOU'LL NEED: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or nine +years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prefer AA in Applied Diesel Technology. This position requires the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and the ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations. Knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Manufacturing software and Order processing systems. Successfully complete Work steps assessment. Will be certified prior to operating a forklift and/or man lift. Must be able to obtain or currently posses’ adequate tooling to perform duties. Flexibility to work various schedules including shift work. This position requires mastery CAT product knowledge and in-depth skills of the electrical, electronic systems, and components of gas and diesel engine. Mastery of all hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, laptops, diagnostic software and cranes and rigging equipment. WHY WORK WITH US? We like to take care of business and have fun doing it! We offer health, dental, vision, life, and more as a comprehensive benefits package. Don’t you want to work with awesome people? IMPORTANT INFORMATION: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 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 and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Required travel up to 10%. This position is considered a safety sensitive position. The Job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr