Fabick Cat
Track Shop Technician
Join Fabick Cat as a Track Shop Technician. Fabick Cat is an authorized dealer of Caterpillar equipment, prime and stand‑by power systems, parts, and service, plus compact construction and rental equipment across Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
Why Work For Us Fabick Cat values a legacy of over 100 years, investing in employees to deliver superior service. We provide a competitive compensation and benefits package and a family atmosphere that empowers growth.
Responsibilities
Diagnose construction equipment repair needs and perform designated repairs on customer or company owned machines, primarily Caterpillar equipment.
Apply mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair skills on packaging and production machines.
Conduct preventive maintenance and general machine upkeep.
Use diagnostic laptop computers, gauges, and instruments to detect faults in all machine systems: electronics, hydraulics, power train, engines, and general performance.
Disassemble and assemble machine components to manufacturer specifications with hand tools, pneumatic tools, and specialized Fabick tools.
Operate basic welding equipment as needed. Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service. Research repair needs and order parts as required.
Load or unload equipment or components from customer owned or common carrier vehicles.
Comply with OSHA Safety and Health rules.
Perform any and all duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High school education or GED equivalent required. Technical, vocational, trade school education or equivalent is also required.
Two to five years’ experience troubleshooting and repairing heavy equipment, Caterpillar preferred. Experience in diagnosing equipment utilizing laptop computers, gauges, and instruments in all machine systems: electronics, hydraulics, power train, engines, and general machine performance is expected.
Knowledge and experience with heavy equipment, mining equipment, systems, engines and components required.
Knowledge of basic tools and tool usage, including basic welding skills.
Journeyman status is preferred.
Ability to operate in a fast paced environment that requires multitasking while maintaining a high level of organization.
Must demonstrate good problem solving skills, mechanical aptitude, excellent communication skills—both oral and written, good work habits, above average math, science, and English skills, the ability to read and interpret machine schematics, self‑motivation and a desire to perform at one’s highest level.
Proficiency with computers and aspects of Microsoft Office desired.
MSHA certified, or the ability to be MSHA certified.
Physical Requirements Occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds. Accommodations will be made if they are reasonable, do not create an undue hardship, and will enable an individual with a disability to safely perform the essential job functions. Long periods of standing, periodic exposure to seasonal heat and cold, working with oils and greases, noise, shift work as needed—1st and 2nd—working outside, stooping, bending, squatting, or working in a prone position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Fabick Cat is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing Machinery Manufacturing
Location Madison, WI
Salary $50,000.00 – $130,000.00
Sign‑On Bonus $3,500
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Why Work For Us Fabick Cat values a legacy of over 100 years, investing in employees to deliver superior service. We provide a competitive compensation and benefits package and a family atmosphere that empowers growth.
Responsibilities
Diagnose construction equipment repair needs and perform designated repairs on customer or company owned machines, primarily Caterpillar equipment.
Apply mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair skills on packaging and production machines.
Conduct preventive maintenance and general machine upkeep.
Use diagnostic laptop computers, gauges, and instruments to detect faults in all machine systems: electronics, hydraulics, power train, engines, and general performance.
Disassemble and assemble machine components to manufacturer specifications with hand tools, pneumatic tools, and specialized Fabick tools.
Operate basic welding equipment as needed. Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service. Research repair needs and order parts as required.
Load or unload equipment or components from customer owned or common carrier vehicles.
Comply with OSHA Safety and Health rules.
Perform any and all duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High school education or GED equivalent required. Technical, vocational, trade school education or equivalent is also required.
Two to five years’ experience troubleshooting and repairing heavy equipment, Caterpillar preferred. Experience in diagnosing equipment utilizing laptop computers, gauges, and instruments in all machine systems: electronics, hydraulics, power train, engines, and general machine performance is expected.
Knowledge and experience with heavy equipment, mining equipment, systems, engines and components required.
Knowledge of basic tools and tool usage, including basic welding skills.
Journeyman status is preferred.
Ability to operate in a fast paced environment that requires multitasking while maintaining a high level of organization.
Must demonstrate good problem solving skills, mechanical aptitude, excellent communication skills—both oral and written, good work habits, above average math, science, and English skills, the ability to read and interpret machine schematics, self‑motivation and a desire to perform at one’s highest level.
Proficiency with computers and aspects of Microsoft Office desired.
MSHA certified, or the ability to be MSHA certified.
Physical Requirements Occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds. Accommodations will be made if they are reasonable, do not create an undue hardship, and will enable an individual with a disability to safely perform the essential job functions. Long periods of standing, periodic exposure to seasonal heat and cold, working with oils and greases, noise, shift work as needed—1st and 2nd—working outside, stooping, bending, squatting, or working in a prone position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Fabick Cat is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing Machinery Manufacturing
Location Madison, WI
Salary $50,000.00 – $130,000.00
Sign‑On Bonus $3,500
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