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Hawthorne Cat

Machinery Service Tech 1

Hawthorne Cat, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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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 such as agriculture, construction, marine, and government.

Position Summary As a CRC technician, you are responsible for providing high quality repairs on Caterpillar and allied equipment with a focus on heavy machinery components such as hydraulic cylinders, pumps, and motors. You will need to diagnose and troubleshoot hydraulic cylinders, pumps, and motors; experience with CAT diagnostic equipment, CAT repair tooling, rigging, and blocking equipment is preferred. Due to multiple projects you will be assigned, this position requires planning and organization skills with a particular emphasis on controlling job costs. Investigation, analysis, and identification of problems to eliminate the issue and recommendations are required. Strong communication skills, effective writing, basic computer skills, and the ability to respond to lead technicians/management in a positive and timely manner are required.

Essential Functions

Perform Caterpillar updates as directed by Caterpillar, Inc.

Analyze all Caterpillar and allied product equipment systems and components for proper operation based on theory of design.

Effectively communicate with shop leads and supervisors/management.

Organize a job in a logical and economical sequence.

Understand parts needed to complete the job.

Order parts through ServiceLink.

Perform assigned work within the communicated time allowed.

Adhere to all company policies.

Follow contamination control and OSHA/MSHA rules and regulations.

Perform the position with pride in professionalism while following Hawthorne’s code of conduct.

Perform other duties as directed by lead or service operations manager.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

General knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, laptops, diagnostic software and cranes and rigging equipment.

Ability to provide accurate information to lead/supervisor for quoting.

Adapt to changes in the work environment and manage competing demands; change approach or method to best fit the situation; deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Will be certified prior to operating a forklift and a crane qualification test performed.

Proven ability to work safely with a crane.

Ability to work unsupervised efficiently, and be part of a team environment.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Prefer to have one of the following:

Successful completion of apprenticeship program.

Graduation from an accredited technical school with emphasis on diesel engine or earthmoving repair.

Minimum or equivalent of 2 years experience with hands on mechanical repair on diesel engine or earthmoving repair preferred.

Possess basic computer knowledge and ability to use service software required in position.

Must have valid CA Driver’s License with a clean record.

Shop Requirements: Valid California Class “C” driver’s license.

Furnish all hand tools required to repair, test and diagnose hydraulic, air, power train, electrical and electronic systems on Caterpillar equipment.

NOTE: Some high dollar value tooling is supplied by Hawthorne.

Contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Physical Demands

Walking and moving about, possibly through uneven terrain.

Hands/arms operating equipment, hand and power tools.

Lifting: Up to 50 lbs. daily, frequent exertion. Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools.

Handling: Works with hands.

Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.

Standing: Remains in standing position if required for certain repair or maintenance work.

Climbing: In and out of equipment.

Vision: Reads work tickets, parts and service books and operates heavy equipment.

Talking: Communicates via telecommunications and in person.

Sitting: Sits in equipment and in vehicles.

Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.

Hearing: Hears well enough to discern mechanical problems for safety in and around shop and construction sites and to receive communication via telecommunications and in person.

Laying: Lies in prone position under vehicles and equipment.

Environmental

Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.

Temperatures/Weather: Works in the shop and outside with variations of temperature and weather.

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 $33.00 - $36.00 per hour

Accommodations Reasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered.

Equal Employment Opportunity Hawthorne Cat® is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/V/D Hawthorne Cat® Participates in E-Verify.

Contact Check out our current available positions at www.hawthornecat.com/careers

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