Helper - Tractor

Job Title

Helper - Tractor

• Req No.
• Category:
  Technicians
• Location:
  
  US-IL-East Dundee
• Type:
  Regular Full-Time
• Union:
  Union - 701
• Division:
  Heavy
• Company:
  Altorfer Industries Inc.

8 A.M - 5 P.M.

The purpose of the Shop Helper is to contribute to the overall efficiency of the shop by completing semi-skilled and unskilled tasks, enabling Journeyman Technicians to dedicate their time to tasks requiring highly-skilled and technical expertise.

Principal Functions & Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

Semi-Skilled

• Assist Journeyman Technicians with skilled and/or technical jobs in the shop when a Journeyman is assigned to the job.
• Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled service on equipment, attachments, and components. May perform up to 500 hour interval PM services and associated tasks independently.
• Removal and installation of parts requiring use of hand and air operated tools only, excluding parts that require fine tuning for proper system operation.
• On a previously blocked-up machine, removal of undercarriage parts limited to the following: carrier rollers and sprocket segments.
• Minor painting (not to include professional spray equipment) and heating associated with repair work.
• Conduct preliminary diagnosis of machinery, component, and system problems (Helpers may not use diagnostic equipment).
• Installation and replacement of minor electrical components, alternators, ECM's excluding electric motors.
• Complete service reports as required.
• Locate and use service literature and/or technical information as required.
• Maintenance and repair of shop equipment and tools.

Unskilled

• Load/unload components, parts, equipment and machinery.
• Conduct machine inventories.
• Conduct storage tank and shop supplies and tool inventories.
• Maintain tanks and settling pits.
• Transport or deliver components and equipment as directed.
• Clean, pressure wash, or otherwise prepare equipment, mechanical parts and components.
• Maintain wash bays and associated equipment.
• Perform general shop and facilities clean-up as required.

• Successfully complete and pass all Service Training and employee development classes.
• Conduct repairs according to Caterpillar published guidelines and recommendations.
• Complete tasks in a timely manner as required by management.
• Use safe working practices and required personal protective equipment at all times.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Complete all paperwork, data entry and reporting as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Adhere to guidance and directions given by supervisors.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Education/Qualification/

Experience:

• Two years experience with hands-on mechanical repair work on diesel or gasoline engines, hydraulic systems, or earthmoving or industrial equipment, OR related certification from an accredited technical school, community college or training program.
• A successful candidate will be required to provide their own tools including but not limited to inch drive ratchet & socket sets, box wrench set up to 1 inch, inch torque set, inch drive impact tools and additional hand tools. A complete tool list will be provided to candidates during the interview process.
• Good computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Working knowledge of DBSi a plus.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Ability to lift 100 lbs, ability to push/pull with 60 lbs of force, ability to lift and work overhead, ability to stand/walk continuously for long periods of time and ability to squat, kneel and bend repetitively.

Skills/Abilities:

• Experience in hands-on mechanical repair work with diesel or gasoline engines, hydraulic systems, or earthmoving or industrial equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend regulations, instructions, and technical information.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Reliably follows verbal instructions and guidance.
• Completes tasks without supervision.
• Strong desire to meet performance expectations.
• Desire to learn and develop skills.
• Good attitude and a cooperative spirit.

• Employer funded Union Healthcare & Union pension.
• Paid Holidays.
• 3 paid personal days.
• Paid Funeral Leave.
• Vacation: 1 week (40 hours) of vacation after 1 year of full-time employment.
• Education Assistance.
• Tool Insurance.

Pay Rate: $26.31 Per hour

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the…