Machine Service Technician; Mechanic Field Service Rancho Bernardo, CA

Machine Service Technician (Mechanic) 2 - (Field Service)

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As a technician, with minimal supervision, the Machine Service Technician 2 – Field is responsible for providing high quality repairs on Caterpillar and allied equipment. The technician will diagnose and troubleshoot engines, powertrains, electrical, and hydraulic systems; experience with Cat diagnostic equipment, Cat repair tooling, rigging, and blocking equipment is essential. Due to multiple projects the technician will be assigned, this position requires planning and organization skills with a particular emphasis on controlling job costs.

The technician will investigate, analyze, and identify issues in order to make recommendations for the appropriate repairs. Our technicians work with a variety of people, communication skills that include strong interpersonal skills, effective writing, basic computer skills, and ability to respond to the lead technicians/management in a positive, caring, and timely manner is required.

• Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Remove and install parts, disassemble, and assemble components, and test and adjust assemblies with minimal supervision.
• Perform Caterpillar updates as directed by Caterpillar, Inc.
• Analyze all Caterpillar and allied product equipment systems and components for proper operation based on theory of design.
• Effectively communicate with peers, leads and other staff members.
• Organize a job in a logical and economical sequence.
• Utilize Cat Interact and Servicelink (computer programs) and other online tools as required.
• Order parts through DBS (Dealer Business System).
• Enter your labor time daily (DBS).
• Perform assigned work within the communicated time quoted/flat rated.
• Conduct customer training in proper use of Caterpillar equipment as needed.
• Complete assigned jobs to meet flat rate times with minimal to no rework.
• Write service reports that accurately document diagnosis and repairs performed on a daily basis.
• Attend toolbox meetings as required.
• Adhere to all company policies.
• Follow contamination control and OSHA/MSHA rules and regulations.
• Guide/mentor/train technicians with less expertise in the repairs of Caterpillar machines and systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prefer to have one of the following.
  • Five to eight (5-8) years of experience in the repair of Caterpillar or other heavy equipment products.
  • Successful completion of Level One Technician program
• General knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, laptops, diagnostic software and cranes/rigging equipment.
• Ability to provide accurate information to lead/supervisor for quoting.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment;
  • Manages competing demands;
  • Changes approach or method to best fit the situation;
  • Deals with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Must be able to obtain a passing score for the crane qualification test performed by a…