Machinery Service Tech/Mechanic 2 - Field

• Perform all requirements found in any Caterpillar Lubrication & Maintenance Guide.
• Perform new and used equipment start-up for delivery to end-user.
• Perform Caterpillar updates as directed by Caterpillar.
• Remove, install, recondition and repair engines and make necessary adjustments on the engine as well as to the components in the various systems
• Perform diagnostic tests on engines.
• Remove, install, and make repairs and necessary adjustments on the various power train components.
• Remove, install and make necessary adjustments to Hydraulic Systems.
• Troubleshoot all Caterpillar and allied product systems.
• Disassemble, clean and reassemble all Caterpillar and allied products machines.
• Use all test and diagnostic equipment available to make adjustments to machines and systems.
• Measure and identify parts and components for reusability or replacement and ordering new parts as required.
• Perform minor welding and fabrication.
• This position requires work to be completed within 110% of any Flat Rate times that are established as targets by HMC.
• Rework must not exceed 0.5% of labor hours.
• Performs other duties as directed by foreman or service manager.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of experience with hands on mechanical repair on diesel engine or earthmoving repair.
• Successful completion of apprenticeship program, preferred
• Graduation from an accredited technical school with emphasis on diesel engine or earthmoving repair, preferred/
• Must have valid CA Driver’s License with a clean record.
• Shop Requirements: Valid California Class “C” driver’s license.
• Field Requirements: Valid California Class “B” driver’s license, if assigned vehicle is required.
• Furnish all hand tools required to repair, test and diagnose hydraulic, air, power train, electrical and electronic systems on Caterpillar equipment.
• NOTE: Some high dollar value tooling is supplied by Hawthorne.

Walking and moving about on foot often through uneven terrain.

Hands/arms operating equipment, hand and power tools.

Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.

Temperatures/Weather:  Works in a warehouse and outside with variations of temperature and weather.

Exposure:  Foul odors, fumes and harsh substances.