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Engine Service Technician - Truck Shop

Job in San Diego, San Diego County, California, 92189, USA
Listing for: Hawthorne Cat
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-28
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Field/Service Technician
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Engine Service Technician 2 - Truck Shop

Hawthorne CAT® is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status Hawthorne CAT® participates in E-Verify

We Build Better Communities

Be Part of the Hawthorne Difference!

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

The Engine Service Tech 2 - Truck Shop troubleshoots mechanical problems in Caterpillar and allied products. With minimal supervision, the Engine Service Technician 2 - Truck Shop performs 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 necessary and without re‑work.

Besides performing mechanical repair as directed, the Engine Service Technician 2 - Truck Shop also estimates work orders and prepares written quotes for submission to the Lead Person and/or Service Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Troubleshoots all Caterpillar and related systems.
  • Uses all test and diagnostic equipment available to make adjustments to truck engines and systems.
  • Makes warranty recommendations.
  • Performs minor welding, fabrication, plumbing alignment and D.C. electric repairs.
  • Guides/supervises lower-level technicians in the repairs of trucks, Caterpillar and allied engines.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  • EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED
  • Must have a valid Class C Drivers License with a clean driving record.
  • Must have a valid California Class B drivers license, if assigned vehicle requires.
  • Three to seven (3 to
    7) years of experience in the repair of on-highway trucks and buses.
  • Expertise in all phases of on-highway truck service operation.
  • Full and positive knowledge of the Caterpillar product line and allied products.
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or can provide verification of all formal classroom study or hands on experience related to equipment repairs.
  • Furnish all hand tools required to repair, test and diagnose hydraulic, air, power train, electrical, and electronic systems on all makes of trucks and Caterpillar engines.
    • NOTE:

      Some high dollar value tooling is supplied by Hawthorne Machinery Co.
  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Walking and moving about on foot often through uneven terrain.
  • Hands/arms operating equipment, hand and power tools.
  • Handling:
    Works with hands.
  • Lifting:
    Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools. Lifts up to 50 lbs. with frequent exertion
  • Reaching:
    Extends hands and arms in any direction.
  • Stooping:
    Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.
  • Standing:
    Remains in standing position if required for certain repair or maintenance work.
  • Climbing:
    In and out of equipment.
  • Vision:
    Reads work tickets, parts and service books and operates heavy equipment.
  • Talking:
    Communicates via telecommunications and in person.
  • Hearing:
    Hears well enough to discern mechanical problems for safety in and around shop and construction sites and to receive communication via telecommunications and in person.
  • Sitting:
    Sits in equipment and vehicles.
  • Lying:
    Lies in prone position under vehicles and equipment.
  • ENVIRONMENTAL
  • Noise:
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