CHROME TECHNICIAN at Carter Machinery – Mechanicsville, Virginia

Carter Machinery
Location: Mechanicsville, VA 23116, USA
Category: Service
Posted Date: April 13, 2026
Requisition_Number: CHROM006339
Schedule: Full Time

EOE Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring a Chrome Technician in Richmond, Virginia. The Chrome Technician is responsible for producing high quality polish and/or chrome application repairs to hydraulic cylinder components. Seeking candidates with previous experience in a related position; High school diploma or GED, preferred.

Requirements for the Chrome Technician position include:

• Thorough knowledge of chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of chemical processes and transformations that occur.
• Knowledge of chemical interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
• Must be able to use and read calibrated tools.
• Must be able to operate equipment required to perform this job.
• Must have good trouble shooting skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Self-starter able to work with limited supervision.
• Proficient in the use of a computer, Microsoft Office products and service software.
• Must be able to complete service reports and provide pertinent details for work orders.
• Excellent customer satisfaction skills.
• Must be able to handle high volume of work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to occasionally operate heavy machinery.
• Must be able to additional hours to meet business and customer demands.
• Must be able to positively interact with supervisor and to understand problems and concerns relating to a repair.
• Requires good communication skills.
• Must be able to work as an integral part of a team.
• 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 Chrome Technician job, including regularly being required 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 move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned.

Competitive Compensation and 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.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.