Squad Leader​/Shop Technician

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The primary function of this position is to troubleshoot, remove, install, replace, re‑build, repair, & test parts/equipment on compact construction equipment at an expert level.

• Reviews the work schedule, checks the equipment and supplies required to perform the work scheduled, complies with PPE requirements, and otherwise prepares for duties.
• Uses manuals, repair manuals, parts manuals, parts diagrams to troubleshoot compact construction equipment.
• Uses lift trucks, overhead cranes, & other aides to lift or move parts into position to be repaired.
• Uses hand & power tools to remove, install, replace, re‑build, repair, & test parts/equipment on construction equipment.
• Uses miscellaneous resources and computers to reference parts, get information about parts & enter data into record systems.
• Uses tools to disassemble/re‑assemble parts or equipment; cleans parts with rags, cleaners, power washer; uses test equipment to make diagnostic checks; and controls powered equipment or tools to make repairs.
• Climbs up onto, under, & into vehicles to gain access to all parts of vehicle.
• Uses overhead hoists, lift devices, forklifts & other aides to move items off vehicle (tracks, idler wheels, blades, etc.) & then to move parts to locations for disassembly, repair, then back to the vehicle for reassembly.
• Performs inspections, does preventative maintenance, changes oil, replaces filters, belts, coolants, hoses, may drain/clean/refill fuel systems.
• Uses welders to weld frames, wears strips then uses power grinders to grind welds smooth.
• Lift/carry and position ram used to remove idlers, unbolt idlers, remove them with.
• Uses power washers & spray paint equipment to clean & paint vehicle.
• Uses instruments and computers to reprogram equipment controllers.

• Mentor, coach, guide and develop technicians.
• Direct day to day job assignments and responsibilities for up to five or more technicians.

Must have a high school education or GED.

Eight years of Cat equipment experience. Fully understands all equipment systems (i.e. engines, hydraulics, electrical, sub‑electrical, transmissions, etc.) for almost all equipment model lines.

Must be able to daily and repeatedly stoop, kneel, bend and climb beside, onto and underneath various equipment to perform diagnosis and repairs;
Must be able to effectively see to perform repairs, research technical manuals, and develop written repair work order reports. Must be able to routinely and physically lift/position various parts to perform repairs/service and manually handle parts up to 112 pounds, as well as use mechanical hoist when needed.

Must be able to effectively write repair activities on customer work orders. Must have cognitive reasoning and problem‑solving skills to apply knowledge, written information and verbal instructions in repairing/servicing unusual and/or unknown technical equipment operational problems. Should have exposure to P.C. base equipment and parts information; can work independently with minimal supervision.

This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Your supervisor may request and assign you similar duties. Any major modification of this job role requires Human Resources approval.

Gregory Poole Equipment Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.