Squad Leader/Shop Technician

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The primary function of this position it to perform advanced systems repair and assembly by performing independent trouble shooting using various diagnostic equipment and manuals.

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 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 miscellaneous 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 controls 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.


* Proficient at performing inspections, do preventative maintenance, repair engines, power train, hydraulic and electrical components.


* Lift/carry and position ram used to remove idlers, unbolt idlers, remove them with


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


* Uses instruments and computers to reprogram equipment controllers.

Squad Leader Duties:


* Assists supervisor with performance appraisals


* Mentor, coach and develop technicians


* Direct day to day job assignments and responsibilities for technicians in squad


* Work with squad members to ensure proper T/S techniques, and guiding them to make good decisions

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

Must have a high school education or GED

Work Experience:

Requires four years of work experience with at least two years of experience with CAT equipment; Must be proficient in at least two 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 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 112 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 co...