Master Diesel Mechanic

Job Type

Full-time

Description

POWER UP YOUR CAREER WITH LOUISIANA CAT

Louisiana Cat has been proud to represent Caterpillar® for 4 continuous generations in the state of Louisiana. We have been providing our customers with the highest quality Cat® equipment, service, and parts since 1933. We serve to build and power our community for a better future. We are always searching for high energy, ambitious candidates who are ready to join our team.

You can build your future here!

THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you a Master Diesel Mechanic looking for a new challenge? Join Louisiana Cat and put your skills to work on Caterpillar heavy equipment. If you're passionate about precision, thrive on problem-solving, and seek a workplace that fosters professional growth and development, we invite you to apply and be a part of our industry-leading team.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Technicians perform quality maintenance, diagnostics, disassembly, inspections, rebuilds and reassembly of all components or equipment (i.e.: engines, power trains, hydraulics, fuel systems, power generation, electrical codes, etc.) either in a shop or at customer locations with or without supervision. This may include failure analysis as required.

YEARLY POTENTIAL

$85,000 - $105,000 yearly

The annual salary range provided represents an annualized hourly rate and is determined by the technician's experience, skills, education, and training.

YOUR VALUE
The person in this role will be responsible for servicing and repairing Caterpillar heavy equipment and/or engines at our shop or onsite at customer locations.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION

• You will diagnose, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance on all component of heavy equipment such as electrical codes, engines, fuel systems, hydraulics, power generation and power trains
• You will be responsible for removal and installation of heavy equipment engine components according to Caterpillar standards and technical service manuals
• You will understand Caterpillar exchange parts process and financial cost analysis of repairs for our customers
• You will create, track and formalize work order documents on our Caterpillar customer service report software systems

YOUR VALUE

• You will promote positive customer service according to Caterpillar and Louisiana Cat expectations
• You will have the tools and building blocks to MAKE A CAREER here at Louisiana Cat. In walk through our Louisiana Cat doors...are the finest Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Service Technicians in the South.

MOST IMPORTANT QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification in diesel mechanics preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a diesel mechanic, with at least 2 years in a master or lead mechanic role with an OEM service provider
• Extensive knowledge of diesel engine systems, including diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance
• Must own required tool inventory. Louisiana Cat offers exclusive Tooling Program (specifics discussed during interview)
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and equipment
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong customer service skills, mechanical aptitude, professional demeanor and always "safety-first" mentality every hour of every day

JOB FACTS

• Full-time schedule - 40 hours/week
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to occasionally lift 75 pounds from floor to chest. The employee must have the ability to reach and use the arms within a full range of motion in order to retrieve stocked parts.
  
  The employee must have the ability to endure prolonged stooping, kneeling, crouching and squatting while performing mechanical operations. The employee must be able to exert push/pull forces with the arms in order to use various wrenches and tools. The employee must be able to endure prolonged forward and overhead arm positions while performing mechanical operations. The employee must be able to use the hands to grasp hand tools and parts.
  
  The employee must have the ability to climb onto and…