What are the responsibilities and job description for the RECON ASSEMBLY TECHNICIAN position at Carter Machinery Company, Inc?
We are currently offering a $1,500 sign-on bonus for Recon Assembly Technician new hires, payable after 90-days of employment.
Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring a Recon Assembly Technician in Salem, Virginia at our corporate headquarters. The Recon Assembly Technician position is responsible for performing repairs, reconditioning and servicing heavy equipment and components, including evaluating, diagnosing and repairing radiators, small engines, large engines, hydraulic systems and Caterpillar and non-Caterpillar transmissions, in a shop environment. Seeking candidates with experience with Caterpillar or related equipment industry experience, military equipment experience or completion of a diesel school program. Minimum of 3 years' experience troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and servicing heavy equipment components. Experience with Caterpillar equipment preferred. High school diploma or GED required.
Requirements for the Recon Assembly Technician position include :
- Must possess the ability to logically and effectively diagnose failures, including failure analysis.
- Must be familiar with standard soldering concepts, practices, and procedures.
- Must have good trouble shooting skills.
- Have strong mechanical aptitude.
- Must be able to complete repairs with little to no supervision.
- Must be able to occasionally operate heavy machinery.
- Must be able to work shifts as needed, including days, nights, and / or weekends to meet customer needs.
- 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 perform job in sometimes stressful situations due to circumstances and / or emergencies.
- Must be able to perform in situations requiring speed and deadlines.
- Must be self-directed, organized and be able to interact with coworkers and train new mechanics.
- Must be able to work as an integral part of a team.
- Good driving record.
- 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 Recon Assembly Technician job, including the ability to lift, carry and maneuver items up to 70 pounds, including bulky objects. This position requires repeated reaching, standing, stooping, kneeling, bending and climbing beside, onto and under a variety of heavy equipment. 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 :
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
