Tech Trainee

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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 on which our communities depend such as agriculture, construction, marine, and government.

Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success. Hawthorne Cat hires individuals who share our vision of Building Better Communities with our customers and our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence (PRIDE).

We’re committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work‑life balance.

Under the general direction of the Rental Service Manager, the Tech Trainee 3 primarily performs duties in the service department or at customer locations. The Trainee may perform unskilled or semi‑skilled duties in assigned areas. The Trainee will remain in the Trainee 3 classification for a minimum period of 1 year and attend all assigned training classes.

• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble Caterpillar, allied product machines, and Ag & Turf and industrial products serviced by the Service Department.
• Measure and identify parts and components for reusability or replacement, ordering new parts as required.
• Perform all requirements found in Caterpillar and other allied lubrication, maintenance, and warranty guidelines.
• Attend training classes as directed and obtain passing grades.
• Complete Service Reports in a timely manner and in accordance with HPC standards.
• Travel as required within HPC established territory.
• Operate HPC service vehicles.
• Adhere strictly to HPC safety, housekeeping, credit, and other rules, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain a favorable business relationship with customers, suppliers, and personnel from other HPC departments.

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Must have PC skills.
• Must be forklift certified or able to be certified within 60 days.
• Must own hand tools suitable to perform the work noted above.
• At least 1 year of experience preferred.

• Walking:
  Moves about on foot, often through uneven terrain.
• Hands/arms:
  Operates equipment and hand and power tools.
• Handling:
  Seizes, helps, or works with hands.
• Lifting:
  Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools.
• Reaching:
  Extends hands and arms in any direction.
• Stooping:
  Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.
• Standing:
  Remains in standing position if required to perform various functions of the job.
• Climbing:
  In and out of equipment.
• Raising/Lowering:
  Goes up and down in man lifts.
• Vision:
  Reads work tickets and parts and service books and operates heavy equipment.
• Talking:
  Communicates by radio, phone, and in person.
• Hearing:
  Hears well enough to discern mechanical problems for safety in and around shop and construction sites and to receive communication by radio, phone, and in person.
• Sitting:
  Sits in equipment and vehicles for extended periods.
• Laying:
  Lies in prone position under vehicles and equipment for extended periods.
• Lifting:
  Lifts up to 60 lbs. daily, frequent exertion.

• Noise:
  Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.
• Temperature/Weather:
  Works outside and in shop with variations of temperature and weather.
• Exposure:
  Subject to foul odors, fumes, and harsh substances.

• Competitive Compensation
• Possible tool stipend
• Possible sponsored certifications
• Possible sign‑on bonus
• Possible relocation benefits
• A great work environment and culture
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Training
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Medical Video Appointments available
• Health Savings Account available
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Pay
• 401(k) Plan + Company Matching
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Legal Plan
• Travel Assistance Plan
• Wellness Programs
• Referral Bonus Program
• Longevity Bonus Program
• Recognition Programs and much more
• Hawthorne CAT discounts
• Boot Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company-Supplied Uniforms
• Advanced Technical Training
• Estimated Compensation $28.66 - $32.19 per hour

Reasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered.

Hawthorne Cat® is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/V/D

Hawthorne Cat® Participates in E‑Verify.