Field Service Technician - Heavy Equipment

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Altoona, IAtime type:
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Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
Ziegler CAT has an opening for a Field Service Diesel Technician working on heavy construction equipment to support customers surrounding our Altoona location. A company truck is provided.###
** SEE YOURSELF AT ZIEGLER
** Founded in 1914, Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer with over 2400 employees across 30+ locations in Minnesota, Iowa and northern Missouri. Since day one Ziegler has had the same philosophy- if the customer is successful- then Ziegler will be successful. That is why Ziegler is committed to providing employees with the best possible work environment and the right tools for career development.

This means great benefits, work/life balance, and ongoing professional development and training. Fulfill your calling by starting a career with Ziegler today!
** The pay range for this position is** **$37.00 to $49.00
** Starting wage is dependent on skills, experience, education and location. Pay range may vary by 10% depending upon the applicant’s location. Along with competitive pay, full time positions are benefits eligible which includes:
* Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
* 15 days of PTO your first year, accrual starts day 1
* 9 paid holidays
* 401(k) plan with company contribution and match
* HSA (Health Savings Account), Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each year
* Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, FSA & EAP
* Paid Parental Leave & Funeral Leave
* Fitness membership discount
* Education Assistance
* Safety Boot Reimbursement, PPE & Uniforms provided
* Tool Insurance
* Safe, clean and friendly work environment###
** Responsibilities****:
*** Diagnoses and repairs Caterpillar equipment including compactors, excavators, loaders, dozers, and other heavy construction equipment, compact equipment, aerial equipment and paving equipment
* Uses a high degree of independent judgment to repair a variety of complex equipment and tools, which involve mechanical, hydraulic, diesel, and electrical systems
* Work safely at all times, following company policies, procedures and standards
* Responds to customer needs in a positive, supportive, and timely manner to ensure maximum value for work performed
* Willing to respond to after hour emergency calls as directed by supervisor
* Work collaboratively and assist other technicians as needed regarding troubleshooting repairs
* Document work orders in a complete and timely manner to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction; identify and communicate the need for parts for inventory
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* Qualifications:

*** 2-year technical college degree in diesel technology or related field; or high school diploma/GED and 2 years of comparable shop mechanic experience
* 3+ years of relevant diesel equipment repair experience, preferably some field experience
* Working knowledge of hydraulics, transmissions, undercarriage, track systems, engine and emission components, electrical, and fuel systems; previous experience with CAT equipment preferred
* Ability to write and communicate effectively, interact with supervisors, customers and team members
* Basic computer skills to document work orders and utilize online diagnostic systems
* Own mechanic tool set
* Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment including service truck
* Willing and able to respond to after-hour emergency calls as directed by the supervisor
* Must have and maintain a clean driving record
* Able to operate equipment safely
* Pass a DOT pre-employment drug screen & physical due to the role being deemed safety sensitive position
* Obtain a DOT medical certification card
* Class A CDL or willingness to obtain one within a defined period###
** Minimum

Physical Requirements:

*** Push/pull up to 50 lbs
* Lift/carry up to 60 lbs
* Lift bulky objects
* Standing, walking, using hands, talking, hearing, neck rotation, trunk rotation, stair climbing, ladder climbing, repetitive bending, kneeling, sustained squat, forward reaching, overhead reaching, supine overhead reaching, crawling, bin lift, high…