Diesel and Gas Engine Service Technician at Louisiana Cat

Harvey, Louisiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Apr, 26

Salary

120000.0

Posted On

03 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Diesel Engines, Gas Engines, Marine Engines, Generators, Mechanical Troubleshooting, Diagnostic Assessments, Customer Service, Safety Compliance, Technical Training, Caterpillar Equipment, Inspection, Repair, Assembly, Disassembly, Parts Ordering, Field Service

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Description Power UP YOUR CAREER WITH LOUISIANA CAT 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! THE OPPORTUNITY We are searching for a Diesel and Gas Engine Service Technician to join our growing operations at our Harvey, Louisiana location. YEARLY POTENTIAL $60,000 - $120,000 yearly The yearly range indicated is representative of the hourly rate, including typical overtime. This range is based on a technician’s experience, skills, education and training. For technicians, overtime is typically calculated on a daily basis after 8 hours worked. YOUR VALUE The person in this role will be responsible service and repairs of marine engines & generators. YOUR CONTRIBUTION Diagnose, inspect, disassemble, assemble, install, and repair Caterpillar power systems equipment and engine components Prepare company and customer inspection appraisals reports and order replacement parts Prepare, inspect, operate marine engines & generators to meet customer expectations YOUR VALUE You will provide excellent mechanical troubleshooting & diagnostic assessments to help deliver best-in-class gas engine service repairs for our customers You will analyze, troubleshoot, test and verify adjustments of marine engine & generator components to determine reusability in accordance to Caterpillar guidelines You will have the tools and building blocks to MAKE A CAREER here at Louisiana Cat. In walk through our Louisiana Cat doors...are the finest Service Technicians in the South. MOST IMPORTANT QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: High school diploma or GED equivalent REQUIRED: Technical training of marine engines REQUIRED: Valid U.S. Driver's license with clean Motor Vehicle Record; Transportation Worker ID Card (TWIC) preferred. Water Survival Training preferred. HIGHLY PREFERRED: Prior experience with Caterpillar engines; MSHA certification is helpful Must own required tool inventory. Louisiana Cat offers exclusive Tooling Program (specific discussed during interviews) Strong customer service skills, mechanical aptitude, professional demeanor and always "safety-first" mentality every hour of every day JOB FACTS SHIFT SCHEDULE: 50+ hour shift schedule; may require working hours outside standard work schedule for customer emergency calls (specifics discussed during interview) TRAVEL: Frequent travel to customer sites with overnight stays including international travel (specifics discussed during interview) Requires physical movement, lifting, rotation & compliance with OSHA, HAZMAT, MSHA safety regulations as required by job description PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to occasionally lift 75 pounds from floor to chest. The employee must have the ability to reach and use the arms within a full range of motion in order to retrieve stocked parts. The employee must have the ability to endure prolonged stooping, kneeling, crouching and squatting while performing mechanical operations. The employee must be able to exert push/pull forces with the arms in order to use various wrenches and tools. The employee must be able to endure prolonged forward and overhead arm positions while performing mechanical operations. The employee must be able to use the hands to grasp hand tools and parts. The employee must have the ability to climb onto and operate equipment. The employee must have the ability to operate and maintain a field service vehicle with GVW of less than 26,000 lbs. LOUISIANA CAT 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 SAFETY IN ALL WE DO We require strict compliance with PPE (personal protective equipment) safety regulations We maintain compliance with all Federal, State and Local safety and company regulations All employees must follow all Company Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) procedures Louisiana Cat is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana and THC products. WHY PEOPLE JOIN LOUISIANA CAT We are known for service quality and unsurpassed customer relationships guided by our strong company values, culture and safety standards We have energy, focus and passion delivering results because what we do impacts our customers each and every day We work across Construction, Electrical Power, Forestry, Governmental, Heavy Equipment, Industrial, Landscaping, Marine Engines and Oil & Gas industries We invest in training and development programs for our employees to build their toolkit and career paths here at Louisiana CAT We offer competitive pay and benefits, paid holidays and vacation, employee incentive programs and 401(k) company match programs to meet family and work lifestyles WHO WE ARE Louisiana CAT is the only authorized Caterpillar Dealer for the state of Louisiana. We provide Caterpillar Equipment, Service, Parts and Engines to customers across a wide range of industries. We are guided by our strong company culture, safety standards and activities in the communities in which we operate. We seek out employees who are inspired by our timeless values, thrive in growing company environment and want to become a part of a dynamic company backed by 90+ years of success. We have 23 locations across Louisiana and the Gulf South with Corporate HQ located in Reserve, LA and Power Systems HQ located in New Iberia, LA. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We proudly hire U.S. Veterans. Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co., LLC) uses E-Verify and complies with I-9 employment eligibility requirements of all new hires. Click here for your rights: click here for more information Equal Employment Opportunity Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal: click here for more information Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision: click here for more information Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) and its affiliates are drug-free workplaces and post-offer, pre-employment process includes background check, drug/alcohol screen, and if applicable for the role, pre-employment physical/fit for duty assessments.

Responsibilities

The Diesel and Gas Engine Service Technician will diagnose, inspect, and repair marine engines and generators. They will also prepare inspection reports and ensure customer expectations are met.