Rental Equipment Technician

Louisiana Cat has been proud to represent Caterpillar® for 4 continuous generations in the state of Louisiana. We have been providing our customers with the highest quality Cat® equipment, service, and parts since 1933. We serve to build and power our community for a better future. We are always searching for high energy, ambitious candidates who are ready to join our team.

Rental Equipment Technician – Lafayette, Louisiana

60,000 - 72,000 yearly range (based on experience, skills, education, training)

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on all components of heavy rental equipment including engines, power trains, hydraulics and fuel systems.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, mechanical and electrical schematics, and other specifications to determine repair method on failed components.
• Replace or repair defective components using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
• Assemble and install electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic equipment using hand or power tools.
• Rebuild, install and align pump assemblies utilizing safe rigging methods.
• Create, track and formalize work order documents in a timely manner.
• Adapt to changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Promote positive customer service for Louisiana Cat Rental Stores in accordance with Caterpillar and Louisiana Cat expectations.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of field experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic understanding of hand tools.
• Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
• Own required tool inventory (Louisiana Cat offers an exclusive Tooling Program discussed during interviews).
• Strong customer service skills and professional demeanor with a safety‑first mentality.

• Shift: Monday – Friday 7 am – 5 pm; may require working outside standard hours.
• Requires physical movement, lifting, squatting, bending, climbing, operating mechanical rotating parts.
• Must stand, use hands, fingers, arms; occasionally lift 75 pounds from floor to chest; endure prolonged stooping, kneeling, crouching, squatting.
• Operate and maintain a field service vehicle with GVW < 26,000 lbs.
• Work indoors around moving mechanical parts; occasional exposure to weather extremes, noise, chemicals, dust, steam, high‑pressure water, high‑speed equipment; use protective gear.

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Company‑funded life insurance up to $50,000 (if enrolled in Health).
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Insurance.
• Voluntary supplemental policies (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer, Supplemental Life).
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid holidays & vacation.
• Tool loan program up to $2,000.
• Safety boot / safety prescription glasses allowance.
• Employee discounts and credit union access.
• Technician career development program (shop & field service training).

• Strict compliance with PPE safety regulations.
• Compliance with all federal, state, and local safety and company regulations.
• All employees must follow company HSE procedures.
• Drug‑free workplace (no marijuana or THC).

• Safe and meaningful work environment that empowers employees and customers.
• Strong company values, customer‑experience culture, and safety standards.
• Long‑term growth and success for employees and customers.
• Training and development programs to build toolkit and career paths.
• Competitive pay, benefits, paid holidays, 401(k) match, and incentive programs.

Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co., LLC) and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We proudly hire U.S. Veterans. Louisiana Cat uses E‑Verify and complies with I‑9 requirements. The post‑offer, pre‑employment process includes background check, drug/alcohol screening and possibly a pre‑employment physical/fitness assessment.