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 headquartered 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 excellence. The company invests in its workforce, supporting skill development and career success. Fabick Cat offers a highly competitive total compensation and benefits package, valuing the commitment of its employees.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose construction equipment repair needs and perform designated repairs on customer or company-owned machines, including Caterpillar equipment.
• Perform mechanic skills such as 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 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 of experience troubleshooting and repairing heavy equipment, with Caterpillar experience preferred.
• Experience diagnosing equipment using laptop computers, gauges, and instruments across 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, tool usage, and 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 oral and written communication skills.
• Good work habits, above-average math, science, and English skills, and the 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 the ability to become MSHA certified.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, read, talk, write, and hear as essential job functions.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds; reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities.
• Exposure to long periods of standing, seasonal heat and cold, oils and greases, noise, shift work (1st and 2nd shifts), outdoor work, stooping, bending, squatting, or working in a prone position.