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HOLT CAT · 2 weeks ago

Lead Technician - Heavy Equipment

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

HOLT CAT is a leader in heavy equipment services, and they are seeking a Lead Technician to perform inspections, diagnoses, and repairs on heavy equipment. The role involves leading a team, achieving production goals, and ensuring quality service while maintaining customer relations.

Construction

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Monitors physical requirements for work completion (facilities, tools, environmental) and communicates same on an ongoing basis to his/her supervisor

Models and reinforces company policies/practices to ensure that work is performed in alignment with the company’s mission, vision, and values and collaboration with other Holt functions

Achieves labor sales and utilization expectations as set by supervisor/manager to ensure team revenue targets are met

Performs job duties of a Service Supervisor during periods of his/her absence

Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment malfunctions and failures

Provides quality control/assurance inspections of completed tasks

Disassembles and assembles machine components to manufacturer’s specifications through the use of hand tools, pneumatic tools, and any specialized tooling

Rebuilds, repairs, reconditions, and maintains equipment and components

Demonstrates good customer relations and support; communicates customer needs to shop management

Plans and controls cost of repair jobs

Completes parts orders and identifies parts for return

Provides a significant amount of task and behavior-oriented supervision, mentoring, and training to others

Maintains all equipment and work areas – keeps in good, clean, and orderly condition

Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards

Works overtime as required by workload and customers’ needs

Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; e.g., ProTech Technician Training Paths

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Caterpillar machines knowledgeCAT computer software proficiencyMechanical repair tools operationQuality control analysisForklift operationOverhead crane operationCustomer relationsTeam leadershipCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

More than 6 years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Extensive knowledge of Caterpillar machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

Proficient with current CAT computer software, related hardware, and machine electronic systems

Quality control analysis skills - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance and communicate findings

Operation and control skills - Controlling operations of equipment or systems

Equipment selection skills - Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job

Ability to operate a forklift and an overhead crane

The ability to quickly and repeatedly operate the controls of a machine or a vehicle to the exact position

Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and equipment used in a 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

The ability to read, write, and understand information

The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

Owns a large and complete assortment of appropriate hand tools and may have some specialized tools

Must be able to move objects, and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue

Frequently moves materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina

Ascends/descends with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet and climbs up and down ladders and/or equipment

Be able to maneuver safely and work underneath equipment

Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work

Preferred

More than 6 years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is preferred

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Some travel may be expected for this position

Company

HOLT CAT

HOLT CAT sells, rents and services Caterpillar machines, engines and generator sets.

Founded in 1933

San Antonio, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.holtcat.com/

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