Machine Service Equipment Inspector

Responsibilities

• Performs pre‑service inspections on all Customer and Warren CAT owned machines arriving at Warren CAT locations for service and repairs.
• Performs post‑service inspections on all Customer and Warren CAT owned machines after service and repairs have been performed.
• Performs pre and post service operational tests on Customer and Warren CAT owned machines being serviced and repaired.
• Properly documents all pre and post repair inspections on the correct forms and in the proper systems.
• Effectively communicates inspection findings to the Machine Service Management Team and/or Service Technicians.
• Assists in repair/maintenance research and quote preparation based on inspection results.
• Occasionally assists the service management team with training new employees on the safe operation and inspection process of CAT and allied equipment.
• Occasionally assists Product Support Sales Reps in creation of repair estimates based on inspection findings.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10‑15 years of CAT equipment experience with a solid understanding of CAT equipment from a mechanical and operational viewpoint.
• Ability to apply common‑sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Basic computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel; good typing skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record; must be able to pass Work Steps.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of general machine operation and ability to operate, to a limited degree, all of the products we sell.
• Ability to recognize machine problems and failures, including power‑train knowledge, structural knowledge, and ability to measure undercarriage.
• Highly proficient in machine and engine maintenance with complete understanding of CAT equipment.
• Significant mechanical aptitude.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Additional comprehensive benefits package

Additional Information

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and to talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The work environment includes exposure to outside weather conditions, wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and moderate noise levels. Required travel is up to 10 %.

This position is considered a safety‑sensitive position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.