Engine Service Technician 1 - Marine
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Hawthorne Cat is a family-owned company that has led its markets for over 60 years in the sale, rental, and servicing of construction machinery and power generation equipment for industries on which our communities depend like agriculture, construction, marine, and government.
Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success. Hawthorne Cat hires individuals who share our vision of Building Better Communities with our Customers and our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence (PRIDE).
If you are looking to build your future with an established, thriving company with countless opportunities for growth and advancement, you’ve come to the right place! At Hawthorne Cat, we’re always looking for exceptionally skilled, hardworking individuals interested in contributing to our success and the success of the communities that we serve.
Our people are our most valuable asset. That’s why at Hawthorne Cat we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.
POSITION SUMMARY:
With direction from management or lead technician, will perform duties as assigned by management in the repair, maintenance and/or rebuilding of equipment in the service shop or field, in a safe, efficient and capable manner in the least amount of labor hours possible, and without rework.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Maintains favorable business relationships with customers, suppliers and personnel from other HPS departments.
- Attends training classes as directed and obtains passing grades in
- Adheres strictly to HPS safety, housekeeping, credit and other rules, policies and
- Demonstrates proficiency in reading technical data and schematic
- Perform minor troubleshooting of mechanical problems and document on field report.
- Recommends action to correct the failure or
- Perform repairs to Caterpillar and other manufacturer’s engines and support components, under direction of management or lead technician.
- Ability to utilize test and diagnostic equipment/ tooling; under direction of management or lead technician, to test, repair and/or adjust Caterpillar and other manufacturer’s engine and support components.
- Takes and processes scheduled fluid samples in a timely manner.
- Performs Equipment Inspections, Fluid & Filter, changes batteries and Cooling Systems
- Assist in performing overhauls on Caterpillar engines and support components.
- Informs management and other team members of pertinent information such as procedures, policies, changes received from other employees, customers or factory reps if deemed
- Assist in analyzes of all Caterpillar and related Power Generation equipment systems and components for proper operation in arrangement application based on theory of design.
- Assist in resistive / reactive load testing of
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Must have a valid California Class C Driver’s
- Minimum two (2) years experience in the repair and maintenance of / EPG/ Marine power generation equipment.
- Working knowledge of testing
- Basic diagnostics and troubleshooting of
- High school graduate or E.D. or can provide verification of all formal classroom study or hands on experience related to Genset repairs.
- Furnish mechanics hand tools and sufficient test tooling to perform diagnostics on Caterpillar
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be able to document and record site and equipment conditions, prepare written work procedures, and work scope documents. Ability to prepare final reports suitable for presentation to end user.
- Proficient in computer skills such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, CAT ET and SIS, and able to work with related computer programs associated with system controllers and devices.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Walking and moving about on foot often through uneven
- Hands/arms operating equipment, hand and power
- Handling: Works with
- Lifting: Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and Lifts up to 60 lbs. with frequent exertion.
- Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any
- Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or
- Standing: Remains in standing position if required for certain repair or maintenance
- Climbing: In and out of equipment, vessels, and vehicles.
- Vision: Reads work tickets, parts and service books and operate rigging equipment.
- Talking: Communicates via telecommunications and in
- Hearing: Hears well enough to discern mechanical problems for safety in and around shop and construction sites and to receive communication by radio, phone and in person.
- Sitting: Sits in equipment, vessels, and
- Lying: Lies in prone position under vehicles, in vessels, and around
ENVIRONMENTAL:
- Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent
- Temperatures/Weather: Works outside and in shop with variations of temperature and
- Exposure: Foul odors, fumes and harsh
HERE’S WHAT WE OFFER…
- Competitive Compensation
- A great work environment and culture
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Training
- Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- Medical Video Appointments available
- Health Savings Account available
- Paid Time Off (PTO) Pay
- 401(k) Plan + Company Matching
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Legal Plan
- Travel Assistance Plan
- Wellness Programs
- Referral Bonus Program
- Longevity Bonus Program
- Recognition Programs and much more
- Hawthorne CAT discounts
- Boot Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Company-Supplied Uniforms
- Advanced Technical Training
- Estimated Compensation $33.00 - $40.00 per hour
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ACCOMMODATIONS: Reasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered.
Hawthorne Cat® is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/V/D
Hawthorne Cat® Participates in E-Verify.
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