Squad Leader/Master Technician

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The primary function of this position is to troubleshoot, remove, install, replace, re-build, repair, & test parts/equipment on construction equipment at an expert as well as lead and coach other technicians.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

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

Ø Uses manuals, repair manuals, parts manuals, parts diagrams to perform independent troubleshooting and repair of construction equipment.

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

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

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

Ø 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.

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

Ø 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.

Ø Proficient at performing inspections, do preventative maintenance, repair engine, power train, hydraulic and electrical components at an advance level on numerous model lines.

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

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

Ø Uses instruments and computers to reprogram equipment controllers.

LEADERSHIP DUTIES:

Ø Assists supervisor with performance appraisals.

Ø Coach, guide and develop technicians.

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

Ø Work with squad members to ensure proper T/S techniques 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:

Eight years of Cat equipment 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:

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