Heavy Equipment Technician-Shop

Overview

About the Position: Do you like to solve technical problems? Are you effective at troubleshooting? If so, we have a challenging opportunity as a Technician in Fairbanks, Alaska.

Hourly Range: $ per hour (Based on Skills & Experience)

• Diagnosing and repairing Caterpillar equipment, including removing, repairing, assembling and installing.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot engines, powertrains, electrical and hydraulic systems; experience with CAT diagnostic equipment, CAT repair tooling, rigging and blocking equipment is essential.
• Plan and organize work with a focus on controlling job costs.
• Investigate, analyze and identify problems to make recommendations that eliminate the issue.
• Maintain effective communication, including strong interpersonal skills and clear writing for utilizing internal software and other programs.

• A high school diploma or equivalent, or graduation from a 2-4 year vocational/technical school or equivalent experience is required.
• A valid driver's license is essential for potential forklift driving and operation of equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, hoists, cranes, pressure washers, and more.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products and Outlook.
• Ability to stand up to eight hours per day; includes twisting, bending, squatting, sitting, stooping and kneeling. Flexibility to travel for extended periods to work with customers may be required.
• Experience working at a Caterpillar (CAT) dealership or with CAT products is ideal.

• Retirement: 401k w/ Company Match and Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off: Paid Vacation, Holiday & Sick Leave
• Health Insurance: Premera Blue Cross Medical with Telehealth & Dental
• Vision Insurance: VSP Vision Insurance
• Insurance: Company Paid Life, AD&D & Disability Insurance
• Guidance Resources: Employee Assistance Program
• Rewards: Quarterly Employee Recognition Cash Program
• Discounts: CAT Products, Rental/Sales Discounts
• Financial Access: Credit Union Membership is available
• Growth/Stability: Career Growth Opportunities within a 4th Generation Family-owned Company for over 96 years
• Tenure: Seniority Bonus, starting at 5+ years
• Talent Referral Program: Employee Referral Bonus

Harnish Group Inc. is the Caterpillar Dealer in Central and Western Washington, Central and Eastern Montana, Northwestern Wyoming, Northwestern North Dakota and the state of Alaska. Our Member Companies are N C Machinery, N C The Cat Rental Store, N C Power Systems, Tractor & Equipment Co., T & E The Cat Rental Store, and SITECH, representing Caterpillar, and other manufacturers.

A family owned and managed company, our mission is to help our customers succeed by providing premier business solutions delivered by engaged employees through teamwork and excellence.

Required

• High School

Preferred

• Technical/other training

Experience

• Required
• Experience working at a Caterpillar (CAT) dealership or with CAT products is ideal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products and Outlook

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