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Field Technician Earthmoving
Location: Parkersburg
Address: Parkersburg, WV
Requisition ID: 2024-5435
Posting Date: 10/28/2024
DESCRIPTION:
Performs repairs to Caterpillar and allied equipment at customer locations. Installs new equipment and component parts. Performs standard work assignments, without supervision, according to needs of the customer and company. Is assigned a company service truck and may be dispatched from home or company shop.
Compensation: up to $30.65 per hour.
REQUIREMENTS:
High School diploma or equivalent
Demonstrate technical, mechanical and troubleshooting abilities to define and perform maintenance and repairs on Caterpillar and Allied equipment without supervision to meet standards
Maintain a valid commercial driver’s licenses and have the ability to operate company service trucks under DOT regulations
Ability to read, write and comprehend technical service manuals
Ability to use micrometer and other testing tools
Mechanic level will be determined by manager after all testing is complete
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Performs repairs to CAT and allied construction machinery, at customer's jobsite or at Company Shop, using appropriate tooling and test equipment to capably complete the work in timely and efficient manner with a high levelof quality
Operates construction machinery to evaluate and troubleshoot mechanical problems prior to repairs and test uponcompletion of repairs
May be required to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be capable of exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly
Reads and comprehends blueprints, technical data/service manuals and writes legibly
Uses test equipment to analyze, evaluate and locate problems. Confer with customer and/or supervisor or make independent on the job decisions when necessary
Follow company work rules, job safety, and complies with Company and DOT regulations
Projects a positive company image by interacting with fellow employees, customers, and management in a cooperative, supportive and courteous manner; displays an attitude of professionalism; complies with company dress code
Maintains assigned service truck in safe, clean, operable condition. Obeys state and company rules of the road. If accident occurs, fills out reports promptly
Owns, updates and maintains sufficient hand tools to perform the job and be familiar with the use of those tools