Shop Technician - Heavy Equipment

N C Machinery & NC The CAT Rental Store This is a unique opportunity to be part of a team in one of our newest locations for N C Machinery which will provide full product support and rental services to our customers in Thurston county. The new facility is conveniently located just off I5 at exit 111.

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.

Responsibilities:

• Diagnosing and repairing of CAT equipment (including removing, repairing, assembling and installing.)
• Troubleshoot engines, powertrains, electrical and hydraulic systems
• Planning and organizing skills with a particular emphasis on controlling job costs.
• Investigate, analyze and identify the problem in order to make recommendations that eliminates the issue.

Qualifications & Experience Needed:

• A high school diploma or equivalent or a graduate of a 2-4 year vocational technical school training institution or equivalent experience is required.
• Experience with CAT diagnostic equipment, CAT repair tooling, rigging and blocking equipment is essential.
• A valid driver's license is vital as it will be used for potential forklift driving and operation of equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, hoists, cranes, pressure washers, and more.
• This role requires the ability to stand up to eight hours per day and includes twisting, bending, squatting, sitting stooping and kneeling.
• Flexibility to travel for extended periods of time to work with our customers will be required.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes a salary from $29.80 to $48.40 based on skills and experience, health benefits, vacation, sick leave, life insurance, 401(k) with profit sharing and company match.

Due to the operating of machinery and tools, this position is safety sensitive and pre-employment drug testing is a step in the job offer process. To apply for this unique position, please go to our web site at

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