Heavy Equipment Service Technician

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN to join our growing operations at our Alexandria, Louisiana location.

YEARLY POTENTIAL

• $60,000 - $120,000 yearly

JOB FACTS

• WORK SHIFT: 12 hour days / some weekend; variety of shifts (specifics will be discussed during interviews)
• Will require physical movement

Safety in All We Do

• We require strict compliance with PPE (personal protective equipment) safety regulations.
• We maintain compliance with all Federal, State and Local safety and company regulations.
• All employees must follow all Company Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) procedures.
• We are a drug-free workplace, including marijuana and THC products.

Why People Join Louisiana Cat

• We are dedicated to fostering a safe and meaningful work environment that empowers our employees and customers.
• We are known for creating lasting partnerships, guided by our strong company values, customer experience culture and safety standards.
• We are committed to the long-term growth and success of both our employees and customers.
• We have energy, focus and passion delivering results because what we do impacts our customers each and every day.
• We work across Construction, Electrical Power, Industrial, Marine Engines and Oil & Gas industries.
• We invest in training and development programs for our employees to build their toolkit and career paths here at Louisiana Cat.
• We offer competitive pay and benefits, paid holidays and vacation, employee incentive programs and 401(k) company match programs.

About the Role

The person in this role will be responsible for servicing and repairing Caterpillar heavy equipment and/or engines at our shop or onsite at customer locations.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance on all component of heavy equipment such as electrical codes, engines, fuel systems, hydraulics, power generation and power trains
• Remove and install heavy equipment engine components according to Caterpillar standards and technical service manuals
• Understand Caterpillar exchange parts process and financial cost analysis of repairs for our customers
• Create, track and formalize work order documents on our Caterpillar customer service report software systems
• Promote positive customer service according to Caterpillar and Louisiana Cat expectations

Requirements

• High School Diploma or (GED) equivalent
• Prior technical training of heavy machinery / equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Must own required tool inventory

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills
• Professional demeanor and always "safety-first" mentality every hour of every day

Skills

You will have the tools and building blocks to MAKE A CAREER here at Louisiana Cat. In walk through our Louisiana Cat doors...are the finest Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Service Technicians in the South.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision
• $50,000 Company Funded Life Policy (if enrolled in Health)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer, Supplemental Life and additional voluntary policies
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Technician Tool Loan Program up to $2,000
• Safety Boot / Safety Prescription Glasses Allowances
• Employee Discounts
• Credit Union
• Techician Career Development Program - Shop & Field Service Training

Additional Information

• Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
• We proudly hire U.S. Veterans.
• Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) uses E-Verify and complies with I-9 employment eligibility requirements of all new hires.
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