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Machinery Service Tech/Mechanic 2 - Field

hawthornemachinerycoSan Diego, CA

💰 $52,000 – $72,000/yrFull-timemetalwork and fabricationmaintenance and facilitiesautomotive services

Quick Summary

Field-based machinery service technician responsible for repair, maintenance, and rebuilding of Caterpillar construction equipment and diesel engines.

Skills & Keywords

diesel engine repairhydraulic systemsequipment maintenancewelding fabrication

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

High school diploma or equivalent.
Five years of experience with hands on mechanical repair on diesel engine or earthmoving repair.
Successful completion of apprenticeship program, preferred
Graduation from an accredited technical school with emphasis on diesel engine or earthmoving repair, preferred/
Must have valid CA Driver’s License with a clean record.
Shop Requirements: Valid California Class “C” driver’s license.
Field Requirements: Valid California Class “B” driver’s license, if assigned vehicle is required.
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.

Compensation & Benefits

Total rewards package

Compensation

$38.00-$50.00

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Benefits included

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Bonuses

Paid Vacation

Education

Wellness

Flexible Work

Discounts & Perks

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

POSITION SUMMARY

With minimal supervision; the Rental Technician will perform 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 rework.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform all requirements found in any Caterpillar Lubrication & Maintenance Guide.
Perform new and used equipment start-up for delivery to end-user.
Perform Caterpillar updates as directed by Caterpillar.
Remove, install, recondition and repair engines and make necessary adjustments on the engine as well as to the components in the various systems
Perform diagnostic tests on engines.
Remove, install, and make repairs and necessary adjustments on the various power train components.
Remove, install and make necessary adjustments to Hydraulic Systems.
Troubleshoot all Caterpillar and allied product systems.
Disassemble, clean and reassemble all Caterpillar and allied products machines.
Use all test and diagnostic equipment available to make adjustments to machines and systems.
Measure and identify parts and components for reusability or replacement and ordering new parts as required.
Perform minor welding and fabrication.
This position requires work to be completed within 110% of any Flat Rate times that are established as targets by HMC.
Rework must not exceed 0.5% of labor hours.
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.

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 operate heavy equipment.

Talking Communications 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 by radio, phone and in person.

Laying Lies in prone position under vehicles and equipment.