Peterson Cat has an immediate need for an experienced Field Technician based at our Eugene, OR location. This position performs service activities at job sites and customer locations for customer and/or sales and rental fleet equipment. Job functions include the following:

• Travel to and from customer sites to perform maintenance and repairs on Caterpillar heavy equipment in the field.
• Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
• Repair, replace or rebuild engines, transmissions, fuel systems, final drives, steering clutches, cross-shafts, hydraulic components including pumps, motors, valves, and all related components, electrical and air systems.
• Write service reports that accurately document diagnosis and repairs performed.
• Follow manufacturer and company service guidelines and procedures to ensure quality work and to preserve and document component failure information for accurate failure analysis.
• Develop and maintain a strong customer service relationship with all customer contacts.

A candidate for the opening needs an Associates Degree from a fully accredited college or technical/vocational school in Diesel Technology or other closely related field preferred; and a minimum of 6 years of directly related experience in heavy equipment repair, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record. Ability to become CDL certified with DOT Medical Card.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company truck
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Fuel card
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Hourly pay
• Overtime pay

Payment frequency:

• Paid semi-monthly

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to Relocate:

• Eugene, OR: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road