Field Service Technician

Field Service Technician –
Ohio Cat

Columbus, OH | $50,000.00-$

At Ohio CAT, a Caterpillar Dealership, we don’t just sell, rent, and support machines – we power critical infrastructure. From hospitals and data centers to manufacturing and emergency response, our Power Systems division keeps the world running. Join a team where your skills matter, your growth is supported, and your work has real impact.

• On‑site diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of Caterpillar (CAT) Power Generation equipment and related systems.
• Work independently from a fully equipped Ohio CAT service truck.
• Service and perform: CAT diesel and gas generators (5 KW to 3 MW)
• Switchgear and ATS systems
• Control panels and electrical distribution systems
• Load bank testing, commissioning, and preventive maintenance.
• Use diagnostic tools (e.g., CAT ET, SIS, and other computer‑based diagnostic tools/software) for troubleshooting.
• Provide exceptional customer service and technical support.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and documentation standards.

• Experience with CAT, Cummins, Generac, Kohler, or Detroit Diesel generator systems.
• Familiarity with switch gear brands like Russ electric, Lakeshore, or Asco.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring schematics and control diagrams.
• Military or field‑based experience in equipment diagnostics and repair is highly valued.
• Comfortable working independently in outdoor environments.
• Must own and safely use personal mechanic’s tools.

• High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of two years of technical education focused on diesel or power generation systems, plus at least 3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience repairing diesel engines, generators, and industrial equipment.

• Employer‑sponsored pension plan.
• Competitive pay rate.
• First‑year vacation and personal time based on length of service.
• Two Health Insurance options, including a Health Savings Account.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Credit Union Access.
• Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability.
• Scholarship opportunities for employees’ spouses and children through the Ohio Machinery Education and Opportunity Foundation.
• Company Success Share bonuses.
• Company provided and laundered uniforms.
• Continued technical and professional training.

• Lifting/Carrying 40 lbs; 50 lb pull.
• Repetitive motions: frequent hand, wrist, and finger movements.
• Normal dexterity.
• Frequent standing/sitting up and down stairs.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Noise level: usually quiet in office settings, moderate to loud in other situations, with both constant and sudden loud noises possible.

EEO, Veterans & Disabled Employer, and VEVRAA/503 Federal Contractor.