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Hawthorne Cat

Tech Trainee 1

Hawthorne Cat, Waipahu, Hawaii, United States, 96797

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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 on which our communities depend like agriculture, construction, marine, and government.

Job Title Tech Trainee 1

Reports to Rental Service Supervisor

FLSA Status Non-exempt

Division HMC

Department Power Rental

Union OE

Location Waipahu, HI

Position Summary Under the general direction of more skilled technicians, the Tech Trainee 1 primarily performs helper duties for employees in the Power Rental Department. The Tech Trainee 1 may at times perform unskilled or semi-skilled duties in assigned areas. The Tech Trainee 1 will remain in the Trainee 1 classification for a minimum period of 1 year. During this period, the Tech Trainee 1 will attend all assigned training classes and obtain passing grades.

Essential Functions

Disassembles, cleans, and reassembles Caterpillar, allied product machines, and Ag & Turf and industrial products serviced by the Service Department.

Measures and identifies parts and components for reusability or replacement, ordering new parts as required.

Performs all requirements found in Caterpillar and other allied lubrication and maintenance and warranty guidelines.

Attends training classes as directed and obtains passing grades.

Completes Service Reports in a timely manner and in accordance with HPC standards.

Travels as required within HPC established territory.

Operates HPC service vehicles.

Adheres strictly to HPC safety, housekeeping, credit, and other rules, policies, and procedures.

Maintains a favorable business relationship with customers, suppliers, and personnel from other HPC departments.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Must have a valid Driver’s License with a good driving record.

Must have PC skills.

Must be forklift certified or able to be certified within 60 days.

Must own hand tools that are suitable to perform the work noted above.

At least 1 year of experience preferred.

Physical Demands

Walking: Moves about on foot, often through uneven terrain.

Hands/arms: Operates equipment and hand and power tools.

Handling: Seizes, helps, or works with hands.

Lifting: Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools.

Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.

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

Standing: Remains in standing position if required to perform various functions of the job.

Climbing: In and out of equipment.

Raising/Lowering: Goes up and down in man lifts.

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

Talking: Communicates by radio, phone, and in person.

Hearing: Hears well enough to discern mechanical problems for safety in and around shop and construction sites and to receive communication by radio, phone, and in person.

Sitting: Sits in equipment and vehicles for extended periods.

Laying: Lies in prone position under vehicles and equipment for extended periods.

Lifting: Lifts up to 60 lbs. daily, frequent exertion.

Environmental

Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.

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

Exposure: Subject to foul odors, fumes, and harsh substances.

Here’s What We Offer

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 $31.11 - $38.33 hourly

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.

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