Heavy Equipment Shop Technician; Q3

Riggs CAT

The Heavy Equipment Shop Technician is responsible for providing high quality repair service on equipment, in order to respond to customer needs in a positive, caring and timely manner, and to ensure maximum value for work performed.

• Complete assigned jobs and tasks to meet flat rate times and re‑work metrics.
• Work safely and follow all Riggs safety policies and procedures.
• Complete related paperwork and access databases required to complete job (work order, parts order, JSA, DBS, SIMS, SIS web, BMTS) accurately and timely.
• Follow contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations.
• Remove and install parts, disassemble and assemble components, and test and adjust assemblies with minimal supervision.
• Complete all assigned training in a timely and proficient manner.

• General knowledge of engines, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems and components.
• General knowledge of hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, laptop, diagnostic software, cranes and rigging equipment.
• Ability to provide accurate information to management for quoting.
• Must be able to obtain or currently possess adequate tooling to perform assigned duties.
• High school diploma, GED, or 1–3 years of related experience and/or training.
• Clean driving record and ability to obtain a CDL within 90 days of hire for field assignment (if applicable).
• At least 21 years of age to be assigned and operate a field vehicle.
• Will be certified prior to operating a forklift and/or man lift.
• May be required to complete a DOT physical.
• May require MSHA certification.
• Flexibility to work various schedules including shift work, required overtime and on‑call.

While performing the duties of this job, you will be regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and to talk or hear, frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, occasionally taste or smell, and must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Sight and hearing requirements, exposure to chemicals, fumes, weather conditions, electrical shock and explosives are present.

Required travel up to 10%.

The job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.