Rental Shop Technician

About the Company

Fabick Cat is the authorized dealer of Caterpillar equipment, prime and stand-by power systems, parts and service, compact construction, and rental equipment for major portions of Illinois, Missouri, the entire state of Wisconsin, and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. With over 100 years in business and headquarters in Fenton, Missouri, Fabick Cat is committed to serving customers and developing talent to build a lasting legacy.

Why Work For Us

At Fabick Cat, employees are part of the "Fabick family," contributing to a century-old legacy of exceptional service. The company invests in workforce development, empowering employees to build successful careers. Fabick Cat offers a highly competitive total compensation and benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose construction equipment repair needs and perform designated repairs on customer or company-owned Caterpillar machines.
• Perform mechanic skills including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging and production machines.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and general machine upkeep.
• Detect faults using diagnostic laptop computers, gauges, and instruments across all machine systems: electronics, hydraulics, power train, engines, and general machine performance.
• Operate machines occasionally to determine repair needs or assess repairs.
• Disassemble and assemble machine components to manufacturer’s specifications using hand tools, pneumatic tools, and specialized tooling.
• Use basic welding equipment as needed.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Research repair needs and order parts as required.
• Load or unload equipment or components from customer-owned or common carrier vehicles.
• Comply with OSHA Safety and Health rules.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school education or GED equivalent required; technical, vocational, or trade school education preferred.
• Two to five years’ experience troubleshooting and repairing heavy equipment, Caterpillar experience preferred.
• Experience diagnosing equipment using laptop computers, gauges, and instruments in electronics, hydraulics, power train, engines, and general machine performance.
• Knowledge and experience with heavy equipment, mining equipment, systems, engines, and components.
• Proficiency with basic tools and tool usage, including basic welding skills.
• Journeyman status preferred.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment requiring multitasking and high organization.
• Strong problem-solving skills, mechanical aptitude, and excellent communication (oral and written).
• Above-average math, science, and English skills; ability to read and interpret machine schematics.
• Self-motivation and a desire to perform at the highest level.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office desired.
• MSHA certified or ability to obtain certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, read, talk, write, and hear.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds (reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities).
• Long periods of standing and exposure to seasonal heat and cold.
• Working with oils, greases, noise, and shift work (1st and 2nd shifts as needed).
• Working outside, stooping, bending, squatting, or working in a prone position.