Shop Service Paving Technician

Shop Service Paving Technician

Department: Machine Division (MAC)

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Irving

Reporting To: Scott Marvin

The Shop Service Paving Technician is responsible for the inspection, troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and reconditioning of paving construction equipment in a shop environment. The hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We are located at 2000 East Airport Freeway, Irving, Texas 75062. CAT Paving Equipment Repair Preferred

The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis:

• Performs repairs and troubleshooting with minimal supervision
• Performs troubleshooting and diagnoses of paving equipment malfunctions and failures
• Removes and install parts, disassembles and assembles components, and tests and adjusts assemblies
• Repairs and/or replaces components according to CAT standards
• Tests and verifies proper operation of all repairs and adjustments
• Prepares and completes all job related documents, writes service reports, orders parts, and maintains clear customer records; in addition, accesses databases required to complete job (work order, parts order, Vision Link, DBS, SimsSI, SIS web)
• Operates equipment and vehicles with possession of all necessary licenses and certificates
• Adheres to contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations
• Maintains all company equipment, tools, and vehicle in good, clean, and working order
• Communicates job progress to supervisor and customer as needed
• Complete assigned jobs and task to meet/exceed flat rate times and re-do metric standards
• Works overtime as required by workload and customers’ needs
• Completes all assigned Technician Training Path courses and safety training in a timely and proficient manner
• Projects professionalism with both internal and external customers, including personal appearance
• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Knowledge of complex grade control systems, special software/hardware required for machine communication and diagnoses, intelligent compaction, machine application, asphalt densities, mat deformities, and correct machine operation procedures
• Knowledge of equipment and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Knowledge of safe work procedures and practices
• Demonstrates proficiency with current computer software, related hardware, and machine electronic systems
• Exceptional skills in customer service
• Excellent diagnostic and trouble-shooting skills
• Planning and organizing skills to prioritize and plan work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources
• Operation and control skills to control operations of equipment or systems
• Equipment selection skills to determine the kinds of tools and equipment needed to do a job
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to operate a conventional forklift
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under fast-paced, highly stressful, and time constraining circumstances
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and equipment used in mechanical repair
• The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects
• The ability to read, write, and understand information
• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

Education and Experience:

• More than one year of heavy equipment experience required; three or more years preferred
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and acceptable driving record preferred
• Must own required tools to perform repairs
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Travel:

• Minimal travel expected but could be up to 15% with the…