Engine Service Technician 1 - Truck Shop
Quick Summary
Engine Service Technician 1 for Hawthorne Cat truck shop in Rancho Bernardo, CA, performing troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of Caterpillar and allied truck engines.
Skills & Keywords
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED
NOTE: Some high dollar value tooling is supplied by Hawthorne Machinery Co.
- Must have a valid Class C Drivers License with a clean driving record.
- Must have a valid California Class “B” driver’s license, if assigned vehicle requires.
- Zero to three (0 to 3) years of experience in the repair of on-highway trucks and buses.
- Expertise in all phases of on-highway truck service operation.
- Full and positive knowledge of the Caterpillar product line and allied products.
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or can provide verification of all formal classroom study or hands on experience related to heavy equipment repairs.
- Furnish all hand tools required to repair, test and diagnose hydraulic, air, power train, electrical, and electronic systems on all makes of trucks and Caterpillar engines.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Engine Service Tech 1 troubleshoots mechanical problems in Caterpillar and allied products. With supervision, performs duties as assigned by management in the repair, maintenance and/or rebuilding of equipment in the service shop or field, in a safe, efficient and capable manner in the least amount of labor hours necessary and without re-work. Besides performing mechanical repair as directed, this position also estimates work orders and prepares written quotes for submission to the Lead Person and/or Service Supervisor.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Troubleshoots all Caterpillar and related systems.
- Uses all test and diagnostic equipment available to make adjustments to truck engines and systems.
- Makes warranty recommendations.
- Performs minor welding, fabrication, plumbing alignment and D.C. electric repairs.
- Guides/supervises lower-level technicians in the repairs of trucks and Caterpillar engines.
- Performs other duties as directed by foreman or service manager.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Walking and moving about on foot often through uneven terrain.
- Hands/arms operating equipment, hand and power tools.
- Handling: Works with hands.
- Lifting: Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools. Lifts up to 50 lbs. with frequent exertion
- 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 for certain repair or maintenance work.
- Climbing: In and out of equipment.
- Vision: Reads work tickets, parts and service books and operate heavy equipment.
- Talking: Communicates via telecommunications and in person.
- 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.
- Sitting: Sits in equipment and vehicles.
- Lying: Lies in prone position under vehicles and equipment.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Here’s what we Offer…
Interested in joining the Hawthorne team? Check out our current available positions at:
www.hawthornecat.com/careers
ACCOMMODATIONSReasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered.
Hawthorne Cat® is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/V/D
Hawthorne Cat® Participates in E-Verify.
- Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.
- Temperatures/Weather: Works outside and in shop with variations of temperature and weather.
- Exposure: Foul odors, fumes and harsh substances.
- Competitive Compensation Possible tool stipend Possible sponsored certifications Possible sign-on bonus Possible relocation benefits
- Possible tool stipend
- Possible sponsored certifications
- Possible sign-on bonus
- Possible relocation benefits
- 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 $34.00 - $40.00 per hour
Hawthorne Machinery Co.
About Hawthorne Machinery Co.
Hawthorne Cat is a family-owned company that sells, rents, and services construction machinery and power generation equipment for agriculture, construction, marine, and government industries.
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