Master Field Technician

Master Field Technician

4807 Beryl Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA Req #1171

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The primary function of this position is to independently troubleshoot, remove, install, replace, re-build, repair, & test parts/equipment on construction equipment at an expert level while working in the field

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Check the equipment and supplies required to perform the work scheduled, comply with PPE requirements, and otherwise prepare for duties.

Uses manuals, repair manuals, parts manuals, parts diagrams to troubleshoot construction equipment.

Uses lift trucks, overhead cranes, & other aides to lift or move parts into position to be repaired.

Uses hand & power tools to remove, install, replace, re-build, repair, & test parts/equipment on construction equipment.

Uses multiple resources and computers to reference parts, get information about parts & enter data into record systems.

Uses tools to disassemble/re assemble parts or equipment; cleans parts with rags, cleaners, power washer; uses test equipment to make diagnostic checks; and uses powered equipment or tools to make repairs.

Climbs up onto, under, & into vehicles to gain access to all parts of vehicle.

Uses overhead hoists, lift devices, forklifts & other aides to move items off vehicle (tracks, idler wheels, blades, etc.) & then to move parts to locations for disassembly, repair, then back to the vehicle for reassembly.

Performs inspections, do preventative maintenance, change oil, replace filters, belts, coolants, hoses, may drain/clean/refill fuel systems.

Uses welders to weld frames, and use power grinders to grind welds smooth

Lift/carry and position hydraulic rams used to install press fit items

Uses power washers & spray paint equipment to clean & paint vehicle.

Uses instruments and computers to reprogram equipment controllers.

Resolve various complex machine issues with Cat and Technical Service

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education : Must have a high school education or GED.

Work Experience : Eight years of experience with Cat equipment or other similar equipment; Must fully understand all four mechanical systems (i.e.

transmissions, engines, hydraulics, etc.) for numerous model lines.

Physical : Must be able to daily and repeatedly stoop, kneel, bend and climb beside, onto and underneath various equipment to perform diagnosis and repairs.

Must be able to effectively see to perform repairs, research technical manuals, and develop written repair work order reports.

Must be able to routinely and physically lift/position various parts to perform repairs/service and manually handle parts up to 112 pounds, as well as use mechanical hoist for heavier parts.

Other : Must be able to effectively document repair activities on customer work orders.

Must have cognitive reasoning and problem solving skills to apply knowledge, written information and verbal instructions in repairing/servicing unusual and/or unknown technical equipment operation...