Squad Leader/Master Technician

SV - Squad Leader/Master Technician

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

 

The primary function of this position is to troubleshoot, re-build, repair, & test components at an expert as well as lead and coach other technicians.

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 perform independent troubleshooting and repair of components (engines, transmission, torque converters, fuel systems).


* 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, & components.


* Be proficient at using resources and computers to reference parts, get information about parts & enter data into record systems.


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


* Proficient at performing transmission bench testing and engine DYNO testing. 

LEADERSHIP DUTIES:

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* Assists supervisor with performance appraisals.                  


* Coach, guide and develop technicians.


* Direct day to day job assignments and responsibilities for up to five or more technicians in squad.


* Work with squad members to ensure proper processes and procedures are used to ensure that the product we turn out is a true representation of the customers’ and GPEC expectations.

                              

 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

Must have a high school education or GED.

Work Experience:

Six years of Cat experience.  Fully understands all equipment systems (i.e.

engines, hydraulics, electrical, sub-electrical, transmissions, etc.) for almost all equipment model lines. 

Physical:

Must be able to daily and repeatedly stoop, kneel, bend and climb besides, 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 100 pounds, as well as use mechanical hoist for heavier parts.

Other:

Must be able to effectively write 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 operational problems.

Should have exposure to P.C.

base equipment and parts information; Can work independently with minimal supervision.

Ability to effectively communicate with others; provides training of other technicians, assigns work assignments, and pr...