Carter Machinery · 2 weeks ago
RENTAL FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN
District Heights, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$33.64/hr - $47.19/hr
3+ years expCarter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving multiple states, is hiring a Rental Field Service Technician. The role involves performing maintenance and repairs on Caterpillar and allied rental equipment both in the shop and at customer job sites, utilizing advanced mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting techniques.
ConstructionTransportation
Responsibilities
Must have thorough knowledge of engines, transmissions, electrical and other related components to troubleshoot and analyze unique and high level problems/issues quickly, and improvise using logic and critical thinking skills to make needed repairs
Must have advanced-level mechanical aptitude
Must have the ability to repair Caterpillar and allied components and machines
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
Must be able to interact with customers on a professional level
Must be a strong communicator with excellent verbal and written skills
Must be self-directed and well organized with the ability to prioritize workload while providing excellent customer service
Demonstrates ability to learn and apply new knowledge
Proficient in use of technical software, databases and manuals
Excellent driving record required with the ability to obtain a CDL and/or DOT certification
Must be able to work additional hours as needed to meet business and customer demands
Promote a positive customer experience
Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way
Physical requirements must be met for the Rental Field Service Technician job, including the ability to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear
The employee is frequently required to sit
The employee must regularly lift and/or more up to 70 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Qualification
Required
Minimum of three years experience performing advanced-level mechanical service and repairs to Caterpillar and related competitive equipment
High school diploma or GED required
Thorough knowledge of engines, transmissions, electrical and other related components to troubleshoot and analyze unique and high level problems/issues quickly
Advanced-level mechanical aptitude
Ability to repair Caterpillar and allied components and machines
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to interact with customers on a professional level
Strong communicator with excellent verbal and written skills
Self-directed and well organized with the ability to prioritize workload while providing excellent customer service
Demonstrates ability to learn and apply new knowledge
Proficient in use of technical software, databases and manuals
Excellent driving record required with the ability to obtain a CDL and/or DOT certification
Ability to work additional hours as needed to meet business and customer demands
Promote a positive customer experience
Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way
Physical requirements must be met for the Rental Field Service Technician job, including the ability to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear
Employee must regularly lift and/or more up to 70 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Benefits
Health, dental and vision insurance.
Paid time off.
401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.
Life and disability insurance.
In-house training instructors/programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee referral bonus program.
Discounts: cellular phone service, computers, tooling, cars and trucks.
Opportunities for overtime.
Shift differential (if applicable).
Company
Carter Machinery
Carter Machinery is the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia and southern West Virginia through a network of 21 locations.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Drew Parker
Chief Executive Officer
Jeff Bowman
Chief Digital Officer
Recent News
2025-07-12
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