Shop Service Technician 1 at Holt Cat

Job Summary:This mechanic position demonstrates the ability to perform basic inspections basic diagnoses and basic repairs of diesel-powered heavy equipment and/or related equipment or components following established procedures and guidelines. Works as a member of a team to provide basic mechanical services that satisfies customer needs and achieves departmental goals.Entry-level position Generally has less than two years of experience and/or demonstrated job relevant knowledge/skills. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job; works under immediate supervision.Essential Functions:Models promotes reinforces and rewards the consistent use of HOLTs Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools models and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision Values and MissionPerforms basic disassembles and assembles of machine components to manufacturers specifications through the use of hand tools pneumatic tools and any specialized toolingAssists in the rebuilding repairing reconditioning and maintaining of equipment and componentsDemonstrates good customer relations and support; communicates customer needs to shop managementLearns how to plan equipment and component repairsLearns how to complete parts orders and identify parts for returnMaintains all equipment and work areas keeps in good clean and orderly conditionCompletes all documents associated with repairs in a timely mannerWorks safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies procedures and standardsWorks overtime as required by workload and customers needsUpdates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; e.g. ProTech Technician Training PathsRequires regular and punctual employee attendancePerforms other duties as assigned Knowledge Skills and Abilities:General knowledge of machines and tools including their designs uses repair and maintenanceKnowledge of heavy equipment machines such as dozers excavators motor graders and other dirt moving equipent preferredDemonstrates proficiency with current computer software related hardware and machine electronic systemsQuality control analysis skills - Conducting tests and inspections of products services or processes to evaluate quality or performance and communicate findingsOperation and control skills - Controlling operations of equipment or systemsEquipment selection skills - Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a jobAbility to operate a conventional forklift and an overhead craneThe ability to quickly and repeatedly operate the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positionsAbility to operate hand tools power tools pneumatic tools and equipment used in mechanical repairThe ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp manipulate or assemble very small objectsThe ability to read write and understand informationThe ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentencesMust have/acquire basic mechanic hand and pneumatic tools (metric/standard)Education and Experience:One or more years of diesel-powered heavy equipment repair experience preferred Ability and knowledge to read/use schematics and diagrams experience is preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredGraduation from a diesel technology program preferredSupervisory Responsibilities:NoneTravel:No travel is expected for this positionPhysical Requirements:Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue Frequently moves materials or equipment weighing up to 50 poundsConstant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity coordination and staminaAscends/descends with gradual or continuous progress by oneself using both hands and feet and climbs up and down ladders and/or equipmentBe able to maneuver safely and work underneath equipmentRoutinely reacts to visual auditory and other signals including alarms and instructions and is required to visually inspect workWork Environment:Regularly works indoors around moving mechanical partsMay be exposed to weather extremes when working outside in conditions that include inclement weather heat cold and humidityNoise level may be loud at timesExposure to small quantities of chemicals dust steam high-pressure water and high speed rotating equipmentRequires wearing common protective or safety equipmentRequired to perform work in cramped spaces and/or high placesDisclaimer:Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Mechanic Experience,Pest Control,Customer Service,Hand Tools,HVAC,Mechanical Knowledge,Automotive Repair,Service Technician Experience,Maintenance,Heavy Lifting,Equipment Repair,Troubleshooting Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1