Mechanic/Technician Field - Rental - 10754

Job Summary:

Repair, recondition, and service Caterpillar and other Empire line allied machines, systems and components in the field.  Prepare equipment for delivery.  Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions and failures of machine and engines systems, and their components.   Work in adverse weather conditions as needed.  Accept all out of town assignments requiring extended overnight stays. Communicate orally and in writing information, instructions and explanations to associates, customers and management regarding equipment conditions, problems and recommendations.

Essential Functions:

1. Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and failures.
2. Maintain good customer relations and support for corporate marketing objectives.
3. Repair, recondition, and maintain equipment and components.
4. Prepare service reports.
5. Plan and control cost of repair jobs.
6. Maintain company equipment – keep in good clean orderly condition.
7. Work safely at all times.  Adhere to all applicable safety policies.  Comply with all company policies, procedures and standards.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Own and maintain required personal tools.
2. Learn and use Empire, Caterpillar and allied product procedures and systems.
3. Perform other related duties as assigned.
4. Maintain current MSHA card if work area requires.
5. Provide on-the-job training to technicians and helpers as assigned. 
6. Work overtime as needed.
7. Travel to remote locations as needed.
8. Make warranty recommendations.
9. Communicate with proper individuals to clarify instructions or discuss scope or progress of job.
10. Must accomplish training and serve as a Green Belt in support of EMPIRE's Six Sigma program.
11. Work within and promote corporate values.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

1. Demonstrated technical skill competence.
2. Knowledge and skills to operate and understand diagnostic equipment including computerized instrumentation.
3. Appropriate manner, conduct, and grooming adhere to company policy.
4. Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively.
5. Consistent attendance.
6. Ability to obtain CDL.
7. Knowledge of CAT machine components and systems.

Education and Experience:

1. Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
2. Current driver’s license.
3. Current CDL is required prior to hire. (On-going costs to maintain CDL after hire date will be paid by Empire)
4. Minimum of 6 months related experience.
5. Completion of TRAIN test evaluation.
6. Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write) in English.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, talk or hear, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop or kneel.
2. The employee is required to lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
3. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision.
4. This position is designated as a "Safety-Sensitive Position".   A Safety-Sensitive Position includes tasks or duties that EMPIRE in good faith believes could affect the safety or health of the employee performing the task or others. 

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and outside weather conditions.
2. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
3. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The roles and objectives of this job do not include setting corporate policy, and does not constitute a managing agent of the company.