Yard Service Technician – Equipment Setup & Inspection
Location: Brewer, ME
About the Role
If you have mechanical experience and want to work hands-on with heavy equipment in a role that builds toward a technician career—this is your opportunity. At Milton CAT, Yard Service Technicians play a key role in ensuring machines are fully prepared, configured, and ready for customer use—while supporting day-to-day yard operations. This is a hands-on role where you’ll apply your mechanical skills while building experience that supports long-term growth within our service team.
Responsibilities
- Support equipment set-up and inspection by assisting with configuring, preparing, and checking equipment prior to delivery
- Perform basic mechanical adjustments and inspections to ensure machines meet quality and readiness standards
- Gain experience with excavators, dozers, loaders, and attachments
- Apply mechanical skills in a real-world service environment
- Move, stage, and organize equipment within the yard
- Contribute to efficient equipment flow and readiness
- Load and unload heavy equipment and attachments
- Fuel, jumpstart, and prepare machines for delivery
- Perform basic maintenance, setup, and inspection checks
- Install and adjust attachments in the prep/shop area
- Coordinate equipment staging, movement, and inventory
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized yard
- Process equipment documentation and tracking
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Mechanical aptitude with experience around heavy equipment (preferred)
- Experience operating or moving equipment (preferred)
- Ability to operate forklifts or similar equipment (preferred)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs
- Valid driver’s license with a clean record
- Basic computer skills
Pay
$21.29 - $36.03 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule
Full-time
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off + paid holidays
- 401(k) with competitive retirement options
- Life & disability insurance
- Hands-on training and skill development
- Tuition reimbursement (after 1 year)
- Clear path into service technician roles
- Tool & boot allowance
- Employee referral bonuses
- Safety and wellness programs
About Milton CAT
Milton CAT is the exclusive Caterpillar dealer across the Northeast, supporting construction, power generation, and industrial customers. We combine the strength of a global brand with a culture built on teamwork, safety, and long-term careers.