Engine Service Technician 1 - Truck Shop

1. Troubleshoots all Caterpillar and related systems.
2. Uses all test and diagnostic equipment available to make adjustments to truck engines and systems.
3. Makes warranty recommendations.
4. Performs minor welding, fabrication, plumbing alignment and D.C. electric repairs.
5. Guides/supervises lower-level technicians in the repairs of trucks and Caterpillar engines.
6. Performs other duties as directed by foreman or service manager.

1. Must have a valid Class C Drivers License with a clean driving record.
2. Must have a valid California Class “B” driver’s license, if assigned vehicle requires.
3. Zero to three (0 to 3) years of experience in the repair of on-highway trucks and buses.
4. Expertise in all phases of on-highway truck service operation.
5. Full and positive knowledge of the Caterpillar product line and allied products.
6. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or can provide verification of all formal classroom study or hands on experience related to heavy equipment repairs.
7. 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.

1. Walking and moving about on foot often through uneven terrain.
2. Hands/arms operating equipment, hand and power tools.
3. Handling: Works with hands.
4. Lifting: Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools. Lifts up to 50 lbs. with frequent exertion
5. Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.
6. Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.
7. Standing: Remains in standing position if required for certain repair or maintenance work.
8. Climbing: In and out of equipment.
9. Vision: Reads work tickets, parts and service books and operate heavy equipment.
10. Talking: Communicates via telecommunications and in person.
11. 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.
12. Sitting: Sits in equipment and vehicles.
13. Lying: Lies in prone position under vehicles and equipment.

1. Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.
2. Temperatures/Weather: Works outside and in shop with variations of temperature and weather.
3. Exposure: Foul odors, fumes and harsh substances.