Engine Service Technician 2 - Marine in Rancho Bernardo, California at Hawthorne Cat

Hawthorne CAT® is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status Hawthorne CAT® participates in E-VerifyPOSITION SUMMARY:

With minimal supervision, will perform duties as assigned by management in the repair, maintenance and/or rebuilding of equipment in the service shop or field, in a safe, efficient and capable manner in the least amount of labor hours possible, and without rework.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Maintains favorable business relationships with customers, suppliers and personnel from other HPS departments.
2. Attends training classes as directed and obtains passing grades in
3. Adheres strictly to HPS safety, housekeeping, credit and other rules, policies and
4. Demonstrates proficiency in reading technical data and schematic
5. Troubleshoots mechanical problems and document on field report.
6. Recommends action to correct the failure or
7. Perform repairs to Caterpillar and other manufacturers engines and support components.
8. Ability to utilize test and diagnostic equipment/ tooling to test, repair and/or adjust Caterpillar and other manufacturers engines and support components.
9. Takes and processes scheduled fluid samples in a timely manner.
10. Performs Equipment Inspections, Fluid & Filter, changes batteries and Cooling Systems
11. Assist and potentially lead, in performing overhauls on Caterpillar engines and support components.
12. Informs management and other team members of pertinent information such as procedures, policies, changes received from other employees, customers or factory reps if deemed
13. Analyzes all Caterpillar engines and related Power Generation equipment systems and components for proper operation in arrangement application based on theory of design.
14. Determines if installed monitoring/metering equipment is appropriate for required
15. Performs resistive / reactive load testing of
16. Defines, documents and performs system level surveys and audits for engine and support systems and assure installed equipment performs as required

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

1. Must have a valid California Class C Drivers
2. Minimum seven (7) years experience in the repair and maintenance of / EPG/ Marine power generation equipment.
3. Working knowledge of testing
4. Basic diagnostics and troubleshooting of
5. High school graduate or E.D. or can provide verification of all formal classroom study or hands on experience related to Genset repairs.
6. Must have mechanics hand tools and sufficient test tooling to perform diagnostics and repairs on Caterpillar
7. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be able to document and record site and equipment conditions, prepare written work procedures, and work scope documents. Ability to prepare final reports suitable for presentation to end user.
8. Proficient in computer skills such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, CAT ET and SIS, and able to work with related computer programs associated with system controllers and devices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Walking and moving about on foot often through uneven
2. Hands/arms operating equipment, hand and power
3. Handling: Works with
4. Lifting: Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and Lifts up to 60 lbs. with frequent exertion.
5. Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any
6. Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or
7. Standing: Remains in standing position if required for certain repair or maintenance
8. Climbing: In and out of equipment, vessels, and vehicles.
9. Vision: Reads work tickets, parts and service books and operate rigging equipment.
10. Talking: Communicates via telecommunications and in
11. Hearing: Hears well enough to discern mechanical problems for safety in and around shop and construction sites and to receive communication by radio, phone and in person.
12. Sitting: Sits in equipment, vessels, and
13. Lying: Lies in prone position under vehicles, in vessels, and around

ENVIRONMENTAL:

1. Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent
2. Temperatures/Weather: Works outside and in shop with variations of temperature and
3. Exposure: Foul odors, fumes and harsh

HERES WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Compensation
• A great work environment and culture
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Training
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Medical Video Appointments available
• Health Savings Account available
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Pay
• 401(k) Plan + Company Matching
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Legal Plan
• Travel Assistance Plan
• Wellness Programs
• Referral Bonus Program
• Longevity Bonus Program
• Recognition Programs and much more
• Hawthorne CAT discounts
• Boot Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company-Supplied Uniforms
• Advanced Technical Training
• Estimated Compensation $38.00 - $50.00 per hour