Field Service Technician 1

HOLT Aerial • Laredo, TX

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Field Service Technician I provides face-to-face customer
service located at an off-site location and is responsible for minor
troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and reconditioning of various light and
heavy construction equipment.

What can HOLT Cat offer you?

A competitive salary, commensurate with your experience and competencies.
A comprehensive and robust benefits program that includes complete health care,
401(k) matching & Profit-Sharing plan (ROTH and traditional), paid holidays, and
a front-loaded PTO program.
A Tuition Reimbursement program to support the pursuit of accredited college
courses.
An employee development program with professional development staff that allows
you to grow your skills and build your competencies to prepare you for future
opportunities at HOLT.

Requirements

• Knowledge of safe work procedures and practices
• Basic knowledge of equipment and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Basic knowledge of hydraulics, transmissions, engines, undercarriage, and electrical systems
• Demonstrates proficiency with current computer software, related hardware, and basic knowledge of machine electronic systems
• Exceptional skills in customer service
• Basic diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Planning and organizing skills to prioritize and plan work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources
• Operation and control skills of equipment or systems
• Equipment selection skills to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to operate a crane and forklift, and obtain required certifications/licenses
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under fast-paced, time-constraining circumstances
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and equipment used in mechanical repair
• The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects
• More than one year of heavy equipment experience required; three or more years preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Valid Driver’s license required
• Ability to obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and must have an acceptable driving record
• Must own required tools to perform repairs

Nice To Haves

• MSHA certification preferred
• Air conditioning certification preferred
• Crane/Rigger certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Performs minor repairs and minimal troubleshooting off-site with minimal supervision
• Performs minor troubleshooting and minimal diagnoses of equipment malfunctions and failures
• Removes and installs parts, disassembles and assembles basic components
• Tests and verifies the proper operation of all repairs
• Prepares and completes all job related documents, writes service reports, orders parts, and maintains clear customer records; in addition, accesses databases required to complete job
• Operates equipment and vehicles with possession of all necessary licenses and certificates
• Maintains service vehicle inspection records, daily inspections, and driver logs as required by the Department of Transportation
• Adheres to contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations
• Maintains all company equipment, tools, and vehicles in a good, clean, and working order
• Communicates job progress to supervisor and customer as needed
• Completes assigned jobs and tasks to meet flat rate time and re-work standards
• Works overtime as required by workload and customers’ needs
• Completes all assigned Technician Training Path courses and safety training in a timely and proficient manner
• Projects professionalism with both internal and external customers, including personal appearance; may be relied upon to act as a mentor to lower level Technicians
• Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• A competitive salary, commensurate with your experience and competencies.
• A comprehensive and robust benefits program that includes complete health care, 401(k) matching & Profit-Sharing plan (ROTH and traditional), paid holidays, and a front-loaded PTO program.
• A Tuition Reimbursement program to support the pursuit of accredited college courses.
• An employee development program with professional development staff that allows you to grow your skills and build your competencies to prepare you for future opportunities at HOLT.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED