CAT Compact Technician

About the role

The Cat Compact Technician performs Cat Compact maintenance and repairs complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems on a variety of rental and customer equipment and tools while using a high degree of independent judgment. The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis: 1) Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values; 2) Collaborate with key internal/external resources; 3) Participate in ongoing self-development.

Essential Functions

• Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT's Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses Cat Compact equipment malfunctions and failures
• Disassembles and assembles Cat Compact machine components to manufacturer's specifications through the use of hand tools, pneumatic tools, and any specialized tooling
• Rebuilds, repairs, reconditions, and maintains Cat Compact equipment and components
• Maintains 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
• Maintains company equipment – keeps in good, clean, and orderly condition
• Adapts schedule to accommodate workload fluctuations and meet customer demands
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; e.g., ProTech Technician Training Paths
• Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of dirt engaging equipment, aerial, and lifting equipment
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Quality control analysis skills – Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance
• 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
• The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions
• Ability to operate hand tools, power 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 and understand information and ideas presented in writing
• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
• Should be able to utilize a multi-meter and various OEM scan tools to perform basic troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Should have a basic knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines and how they operate
• Should have a basic knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems
• The ability to read and comprehend electrical and hydraulic system schematics

Requirements

• High school/equivalent diploma or trade school diploma preferred
• One year of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required; Three or more years preferred
• Valid driver's license

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
• Ascend/descend with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet and climb up and down ladders
• Be able to safely maneuver and work underneath equipment
• Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work

Work Environment

• Regularly works indoors around moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to weather extremes when working outside in conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, and humidity
• Noise level may be loud at times
• Exposure to small quantities of chemicals, steam, high-pressure water, and high speed rotating equipment
• Significant time spent in confined spaces and high places