** $3,000 SIGN ON-BONUS AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED CANDIDATES **
The Surface Mining Equipment Technician works with minimal direct supervision in diagnosing, troubleshooting and repairing heavy equipment at the customer's site in a manner that reflects the company's vision of working as "One Professional Team."
Location: American Gypsum Mine
Pay Range: $36.50-$52.60 per hourPay rate is dependent on education and experience.
Essential Functions:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Independently diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair Caterpillar equipment at the mine site
- Read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics to ensure accurate repairs
- Use Caterpillar software systems (ET, SIS, STW) to complete diagnostics and service documentation
- Communicate effectively with customers and internal teams regarding repair status, recommendations, and warranty determinations
- Maintain accurate, legible service reports and daily truck and crane inspection logs
- Ensure proper safety practices and compliance with MSHA and OSHA regulations
- Maintain all tooling and equipment in a safe and operational condition
- Safely operate and drive service truck (Class A CDL required)
- Support and mentor junior technicians as needed
- Work schedule is Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM; hours may vary depending on customer needs. Overtime is expected and may be frequent.
- Travel up to 75% may be required based on job needs
- Other duties as assigned by manager
Required Education and Experience:- High School Diploma or GED
- 5+ years of experience working on heavy equipment (Caterpillar preferred)
- 3+ years of experience performing diagnostics and repairs on highway trucks
- 3+ years of experience working on mining equipment such as mills, and crushing and screening systems
- Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Required
- MSHA Certification (or ability to obtain prior to hire)
- Completion of CAT-specific courses or equivalent technical training
- Proficient with diagnostic software tools: CAT ET, SIS Web, and STW
- 3+ years of customer service experience
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and DBS
- Must be a resident of the Gypsum area or willing to relocate
Core Competencies:- Strong knowledge of CAT equipment, diagnostics, and repair procedures
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a field environment
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
- Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal
- High regard for safety and quality standards
Physical Demands & Competencies:- Standing, walking, talking, sitting, use of hands & hearing
- Data Entry, telephone, reading/writing, reasoning, organizational, communication & math skills
- Safety & Product Knowledge
- Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, etc.
- Heavy work that includes lifting and/or moving objects up to 100 pounds or more
- Intermediate Knowledge of DBS
- Intermediate Knowledge of ET/SIS/SIS Web/STW
- Ability to work independently with little or no direction
- Well-rounded knowledge of CAT equipment
Work Environment:- Noise: Loud
- Indoors and Outdoors
Other Duties:Job Offers are contingent upon all required pre-employment screenings which may include but are not limited to background checks, drug/alcohol testing, fit for duty testing, and any other job-related tests/screenings
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
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