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Holt CAT lists this Engine Shop Service Technician opportunity in longview, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
This Engine Shop Service Technician position is responsible for performing inspections, diagnoses, and repairs of diesel-powered or natural gas industrial engines or related components, following established procedures and guidelines. Can work independently or as a member of a team to provide mechanical services that satisfies customer needs and achieves departmental goals. Our address is 2210 Legacy Parkway, Longview, TX 75602.
Mid-level position - Generally has more than four years of experience and/or demonstrated job relevant knowledge/skills. A Level III Technician has moderate knowledge of the field's standard and technical concepts, practices, and procedures. Level III Technician performs a variety of standard, complex, and technical tasks; is indirectly supervised and self-starting; often a team member on a large project.
Department
Power Systems Division (PSD)
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Longview PSD
Address
2210 Legacy Pkwy, Longview, Texas, 75602
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Workplace type
Onsite
Reporting To
Billy Bledsoe
Essential Functions
Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT's Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
Troubleshoots and diagnoses industrial diesel and natural gas engines
Disassembles and assembles of machine components to manufacturer's specifications through the use of hand tools, pneumatic tools, and any specialized tooling
Rebuilds, repairs, reconditions, and maintains equipment and components
Demonstrates good customer relations and support; communicates customer needs to shop management
Plans and controls cost of repair jobs
Completes parts orders and identifies parts for return
Mentors and helps train other technicians
Maintains all equipment and work areas - keeps in good, clean, and orderly condition
Completes all documents associated with repairs in a timely manner
Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
Works overtime as required by workload and customers' needs
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; e.g., ProTech Technician Training Paths
Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
Performs other duties as assigned
The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis: Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values
Collaborate with key internal/external resources
Participate in ongoing self-development.
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Knowledge of industrial diesel and natural gas engine rebuilding
Demonstrates proficiency with current computer software, related hardware, and machine electronic systems-CAT ET & CAT SIS
Quality control analysis skills - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance and communicate findings
Operation and control skills - Controlling operations of equipment or systems
Equipment selection skills - Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
Ability to operate a conventional forklift and an overhead crane
The ability to quickly and repeatedly operate the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions
Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and equipment used in mechanical repair
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects
The ability to read, write, and understand information
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
Must have/acquire basic mechanic hand and pneumatic tools (metric/standard)
Requirements
Education and Experience: Four or more years of diesel or natural gas engines experience
Ability and knowledge to read/use schematics and diagrams experience is preferred
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Graduation from a diesel technology program preferred
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Travel Some travel is expected for this position-for training
Physical Requirements Must be able to move objects, and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue
Frequently moves materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina
Ascends/descends with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet and climbs up and down ladders and/or equipment
Be able to maneuver safely and work underneath equipment
Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work
Work Environment Regularly works indoors in a shop environment, around moving mechanical parts
May be exposed to weather extremes when working outside in conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, and humidity
Noise level may be loud at times
Exposure to small quantities of chemicals, dust, steam, high-pressure water, and high speed rotating equipment
Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment
Required to perform work in cramped spaces and/or high places
Disclaimer: Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.
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About HOLT CAT
HOLT CAT is the authorized Caterpillar heavy equipment and engine dealer for 118 counties in South, Central, North and East Texas. Established in 1933, HOLT sells, services and rents Cat equipment, engines, generators and trucks for construction, mining, industrial, petroleum and agricultural applications. HOLT sells Caterpillar used equipment worldwide and fabricates its own line of custom engineered products including land management products and water tankers. Additionally, HOLT is a dealer for Link-Belt Cranes, Trimble Heavy and Highway construction products and AccuGrade grade-control systems.
The Holt name has been associated with heavy equipment and Caterpillar for over 100 years. HOLT CAT owners, Peter J. Holt and Corinna Holt Richter are direct descendants of Benjamin Holt, who in 1904 developed the first successful track-type tractor which he named the "Caterpillar." HOLT CAT has come to be synonymous with quality, integrity and commitment to customer service.
The HOLT CAT team is committed to providing rock solid stability with superior products and services from The Red River to the Rio Grande.
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Worksite address
longview, TX, 75606, US
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