Shop Service Technician 2

Shop Service Technician Holt CAT is the largest Caterpillar dealership of heavy equipment in the United States. We have a full-time, 1st shift Heavy Equipment - Shop Service Technician position available at our Victoria, Texas location which is located at 11601 US Hwy 59 N Victoria, TX 77905. The hours of the position are Monday-Friday, 7 am to 4 pm. This mechanic position is responsible for performing inspections, diagnoses, and repairs of diesel-powered heavy equipment and/or related equipment or components, following established procedures and guidelines. What can HOLT offer you? A competitive salary, front-loaded PTO, 401k matching plus a profit-sharing plan, comprehensive health care benefits, tuition reimbursement, wellness rewards, gym discount, an amazing employee development program with a department devoted to your professional development allowing you to grow your skills and build your competencies to prepare you for future opportunities at HOLT, and much more! There is also a Sign-On Bonus of up to $5,000 for those qualified. Education and Experience: * At least two years of diesel-powered heavy equipment repair experience preferred * Ability and knowledge to read/use schematics and diagrams experience preferred * High school diploma or equivalent preferred * Graduation from a diesel technology program preferred Additional Requirements: * Must have all required mechanic hand and pneumatic tools (metric/standard) Essential Functions: * Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment malfunctions and failures * Disassembles and assembles machine components to manufacturer's specifications through the use of hand tools, pneumatic tools, and any specialized tooling * Rebuilds, repairs, reconditions and maintains equipment and components * Demonstrates good customer relations and support; communicates customer needs to shop management * Plans and controls cost of repair jobs * Completes parts orders and identifies parts for return * Mentors and helps train other technicians * Maintains all equipment and work areas - keeps in good, clean, and orderly condition * Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards * Works overtime as required by workload and customers' needs * Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; e.g., ProTech Technician Training Paths * Performs other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance * Knowledge of heavy equipment machines such as dozers, excavators, motor graders, and other dirt-moving equipment * Demonstrates proficiency with current computer software, related hardware, and machine electronic systems * Quality control analysis skills - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance and communicate findings * Operation and control skills - Controlling operations of equipment or systems * Equipment selection skills - Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job * Ability to operate a forklift and an overhead crane * The ability to quickly and repeatedly operate the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions * Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and equipment used in mechanical repair * The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects * The ability to read, write, and understand information * The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences Physical Requirements: * Must be able to move objects, and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue * Frequently moves materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds * Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina * Ascends/descends with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet, and climbs up and down ladders and/or equipment * Be able to maneuver safely and work underneath equipment * Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work #LI-HCT

Created: 2025-01-11