Machinery Service Technician/Mechanic 1 - Lakeside Shop

1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Two to five (2-5) years of experience in the repair of Caterpillar products, or other heavy equipment.
3. Prefer to have one of the following:

1. Successful completion of apprenticeship program.
2. Graduation from an accredited technical school with emphasis on diesel technology.

1. General knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, laptops, diagnostic software and cranes/rigging equipment.
2. Ability to provide accurate information to lead/supervisor for quoting.
3. Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment;
4. Ability to manage competing demands;
5. Able to change approach or method to best fit the situation;
6. Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
7. Must be able to obtain a passing score for the crane qualification test performed by a qualified Hawthorne trainer for this position.
8. Ability to work unsupervised efficiently and be part of a team environment.
9. Must be able to pass the Lock Out / Tag Out & Forklift certification class provided by a qualified Hawthorne trainer for this position.
10. Performs the position with pride in professionalism while following Hawthorne’s code of conduct.
11. Possesses basic computer knowledge and ability to use service software required in position.
12. Must have valid California Driver’s License with a clean record.
    1. Shop Requirements: Valid California Class “C” driver’s license.
    2. Field Requirements: Valid California Class “B” driver’s license, if assigned vehicle is required.
13. 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.

1. Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests;
2. Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives;
3. Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

1. Walking and moving about on foot often through uneven terrain.
2. Hands/arms operating equipment, hand and power tools.
3. Lifting: Up to 50 lbs. daily, frequent exertion. Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools.
4. Handling: Works with hands.
5. Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.
6. Standing: Remains in standing position if required for certain repair or maintenance work.
7. Climbing: In and out of equipment.
8. Vision: Read work tickets, parts and service books and operate heavy equipment.
9. Talking: Communications by radio, phone, and in person.
10. Sitting: Sits in equipment and in vehicles.
11. Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.
12. Hearing: Hears well enough to discern mechanical problems for safety in and around shop and construction sites and to receive communication by radio, phone and in person.     
13. Laying: Lies in prone position under vehicles and equipment.

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