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About The Position
Louisiana Cat has been proud to represent Caterpillar® for 4 continuous generations in the state of Louisiana. We have been providing our customers with the highest quality Cat® equipment, service, and parts since 1933. We serve to build and power our community for a better future. We are always searching for high energy, ambitious candidates who are ready to join our team. You can build your future here!
We are looking for a HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN to join our growing operations at our Lafayette, Louisiana location.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or (GED) equivalent
- Prior technical training of heavy machinery / equipment
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Experience with engine & cooling systems, fuel systems, turbochargers, hydraulic systems, brake & transmissions, electronics & electrical, and undercarriages
- Must own required tool inventory.
- Strong customer service skills, mechanical aptitude, professional demeanor and always “safety-first” mentality every hour of every day
Responsibilities
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance on all component of heavy equipment such as electrical codes, engines, fuel systems, hydraulics, power generation and power trains
- Responsible for removal and installation of heavy equipment engine components according to Caterpillar standards and technical service manuals
- Understand Caterpillar exchange parts process and financial cost analysis of repairs for our customers
- Create, track and formalize work order documents on our Caterpillar customer service report software systems
- Promote positive customer service according to Caterpillar and Louisiana CAT expectations
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision
- $50,000 Company Funded Life Policy (if enrolled in Health)
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer, Supplemental Life and additional voluntary policies
- 401K Plan with Company Match
- Paid Holidays & Vacation
- Technician Tool Loan Program up to $2,000
- Safety Boot / Safety Prescription Glasses Allowances
- Employee Discounts
- Credit Union
- Technician Career Development Program – Shop & Field Service Training