Field Caterpillar Technician

Exciting opportunities await at Athens Services, where were in search of a dedicated Heavy Equipment Technicians to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Maintenance Manage / Supervisor, youll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our yellow iron equipment. From performing complex preventative maintenance tasks to diagnosing and repairing engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical components, your expertise will keep our fleet in top-notch condition. If you have experience in diesel heavy equipment maintenance, a sharp ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, and proficiency in reading service manuals and schematics, youre the ideal candidate.

At Athens Services, we offer a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401K, employee assistance program, life insurance, and opportunities for professional development. The Heavy Equipment Technician (Yellow Iron) reports to the Maintenance Supervisor. The Heavy Equipment Technician is personally responsible for performing complex preventative maintenance tasks, troubleshoots and repairs a wide variety of operational equipment (Trucks and Yellow Iron).

Repairs as needed on equipment (including, but not limited to, Track Type Tractors, Dozers, Excavators, Motor graders, Wheel loaders, Wheel Compactors, front-end loaders, haul trucks, tractors, forklifts, and company support vehicles).

Diagnose and repair engines, hydraulic systems, powertrain components, air conditioning systems, and electrical systems.

Perform tasks per preventative maintenance schedule and guidelines.

M. checklists, and oil samples.

Utilize a tablet to document work performed, parts used and duration of time

Service and maintain other equipment such as light plants, water pumps, welders, and other equipment.

Reference site-specific procedures and more detailed site-specific job descriptions.

3 years experience in maintenance & repair of diesel heavy equipment (yellow iron).

~ High School Diploma or G.Ability to effectively troubleshoot and identify electrical / mechanical issues and complete in a safe timely manner.

~ Ability to read and comprehend service manuals, electrical and hydraulic schematics etc.

~ Computer diagnostic skills.

~ Excellent Computer skills (Microsoft Office), communication skills on a cell phone and tablet

~ Must possess personal tools.

~ Bilingual English / Spanish

Welder Certification - Full fabrication knowledge (Mig / Tig / Arc / Oxy Acetylene / brazing etc.)

Knowledge of MS Office & Outlook

Physical / Environmental

Problem solving, oral communication, analytical ability, concentration, exposure to heavy machinery, & eye / hand coordination, & handling continuously.

Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet slippery surfaces, hot / cold conditions, & noise continuously.

Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision

~Employee Assistance Program

~ Life Insurance

~ Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO / M / F / disability / veteran

• Monday - Friday from 3 : 30 am - 11 : 00 am with rotating Saturdays

Hourly Wage