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JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Tech Trainee 1

Reports to: Director of Sales and Rentals

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Division: HPC

Department: Power Rentals

Union: OE

Locations: Waipahu HI

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of more skilled technicians, the Tech Trainee 1 primarily performs helper duties for employees in the Service Department. The Tech Trainee 1 may at times perform unskilled or semiskilled duties in assigned areas. The Tech Trainee 1 will remain in the Trainee 1 classification for a minimum period of 1 year. During this period, the Tech Trainee 1 will attend all assigned training classes and obtain passing grades.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Disassembles, cleans, and reassembles Caterpillar, allied product machines, and Ag& Turf and industrial products serviced by the Service Department.
2. Measures and identifies parts and components for reusability or replacement, ordering new parts as required.
3. Performs all requirements found in Caterpillar and other allied lubrication and maintenance and warranty guidelines.
4. Attends training classes as directed and obtains passing grades.
5. Completes Service Reports in a timely manner and in accordance with HPC standards.
6. Travel as required within HPC established territory.
7. Operates HPC service vehicles.
8. Adheres strictly to HPC safety, housekeeping, credit, and other rules, policies, and procedures.
9. Maintains a favorable business relationship with customers, suppliers, and personnel from other HPC departments.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

1. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
2. Must have a valid Drivers License with a good driving record.
3. Must have PC skills.
4. Must be forklift certified or able to be certified within 60 days.
5. Must own hand tools that are suitable to perform the work noted above.
6. At least 1 year of experience is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Walking: Moves about on foot, often through uneven terrain.
2. Hands/arms: Operates equipment and hand and power tools.
3. Handling: Seizes, helps, or works with hands.
4. Lifting: Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools.
5. Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.
6. Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.
7. Standing: Remains in standing position if required to perform various functions of the job.
8. Climbing: In and out of equipment.
9. Raising/Lowering: Goes up and down in man lifts.
10. Vision: Reads work tickets and parts and service books and operates heavy equipment.
11. Talking: Communicates by radio, phone, and in person.
12. 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.
13. Sitting: Sits in equipment and vehicles for extended periods.
14. Laying: Lies in prone position under vehicles and equipment for extended periods.
15. Lifting: Lifts up to 60lbs. daily, frequent exertion.

ENVIRONMENTAL:

1. Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.
2. Temp/Weather: Works outside and in shop with variations of temperature and weather.
3. Exposure: Subject to foul odors, fumes, and harsh substances.

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 $31.11 hourly