Field Service Lube Technician

Be Part of the Hawthorne Difference! Hawthorne Cat is a family‑owned company that has led its markets for over 60 years in the sale, rental, and servicing of construction machinery and power generation equipment for industries such as agriculture, construction, marine, and government. Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success. We build better communities together with Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence (PRIDE).

Under the general supervision of the Field Service Manager, this position drives a lube truck and performs off‑site lubrication by servicing, completing preventive maintenance work on heavy equipment; performing minor mechanical field repairs; and maintaining records and preventive maintenance schedules for assigned equipment.

• Drives a lube truck to various locations and performs servicing on diesel‑powered vehicles and equipment by fueling, lubricating, changing oil, changing air and oil filters, and checking and adding fluids, including windshield washers, transmissions, cooling systems, brakes, and differentials.
• Performs all requirements found in any Caterpillar Lubrication & Maintenance Guide.
• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on brake adjustments, leak repairs, removal and installation of radiators and thermostats and replacing hoses, fan belts, alternators, regulators, and batteries.
• Makes any necessary adjustments on engines as well as to the components in the various systems.
• Replaces heavy equipment components including grader blades and cutting edges.
• Provides mechanical preventive maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Makes warranty recommendations and reports in representation of a CAT product.
• Maintains quality service by following organization standards.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing publications.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic set of mechanics hand tools. Some high‑dollar tooling is supplied by Hawthorne.

• High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of two years’ experience in servicing, preventative maintenance, vehicle and equipment inspection work, including mechanical repairs on automotive or diesel equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to multi‑task and establish priorities.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and proper business etiquette; customer service aptitude.
• Ability to work in a team environment and possess a positive attitude.
• Valid Class “B” California State Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Furnish all hand tools required to repair, test and diagnose hydraulic, air, power‑train, electrical and electronic systems on Caterpillar equipment.

• Walking and moving about on foot often through uneven terrain.
• Hands/arms operating equipment, hand and power tools.
• Handling:
  Works with hands.
• Lifting:
  Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools. Lifts up to 60 pounds. Frequent exertion.
• Reaching:
  Extends hands and arms in any direction.
• Stooping:
  Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.
• Standing:
  Remains in a standing position if required for certain repair or maintenance work.
• Climbing:
  In and out of equipment.
• Vision:
  Reads work tickets, parts and service books and operates heavy equipment.
• Talking:
  Communicates via telecommunications and in person.
• Hearing:
  Hears well enough to discern mechanical problems for safety in and around shop and construction sites and to receive communication via telecommunications and in person.
• Sitting:
  Sits in equipment and vehicles.
• Laying:
  Lies in a prone position under vehicles and equipment.

• Noise:
  Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.
• Temperatu…