Construction Equipment Field Mechanic

Company: H.O. Penn Machinery Company, Inc.
Location: Bloomingburg
Posted on: September 23, 2022

Job Description:

Overview: H.O. Penn Machinery, the CATERPILLAR dealer for Metro New York and the entire state of Connecticut, is HIRING IMMEDIATELY for a skilled Field Mechanic for Caterpillar Construction Equipment to service the Mid-Hudson Valley area! Pay: $37.70/hr.
Benefits:
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Pension, welfare, and annuity funds
Paid company holidays
Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm; overtime availability required
Key qualifications:
5 years experience as a heavy equipment mechanic required
Clean & valid CDL A license required
Strong communication skills
Strong computer skills Responsibilities: Reporting to the Field Service Supervisor, the Caterpillar Construction Equipment Field Mechanic position is responsible for the following tasks: Successfully provide service of recognized superior value
Maximize the efficient use of service and repair processes to provide fast, accurate service and minimize unnecessary expense
Effectively communicate status of repair work with supervisor and customers
Effectively communicate with customers
Represent the company in a positive, professional manner
Communicate customers' options to correct current problems
Advise customers of cost of repair and collect payment as required
Successfully contribute toward building a culture of safety
Work in a proactive, safe manner in compliance with all safety protocols & training
Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with all Contamination Control Initiatives The construction equipment road mechanic position is a union position that includes potential annual earnings up to $120,000 per year in addition to industry best pension and annuity package, plus additional voluntary benefits offered by H.O. Penn. Qualifications:
Minimum five (5) years' experience in troubleshooting and repair of Heavy Construction Equipment required, Caterpillar experience strongly preferred
Must be computer proficient to run diagnostic software & prepare service communications
Must have strong communication skills and have a high level of self-management
Clean & valid driver's CDL A required (this position operates a company service vehicle)
This position requires off-hour, weekend, and holiday on-call availability Essential Physical Job Qualifications: Standing and walking
Lifting (up to 60lbs.)
Carrying (up to 50lbs.)
Push/pull (up to 80lbs.)
Sitting, rotation and forward bending (sitting and standing)
Hand coordination and reaching
Grip (30lbs. with both hands, 80lbs. with preferred/single hand)
Foot pedal operation
Climbing stairs and ladders
Crawling, low work (kneeling), and awkward positioning
Outdoor work (as required)
Wearing 10-20lbs. of protective clothing, including fire resistant clothing, welding helmet/shield, & ANSI-rated protective footwear (as required) Reasonable accommodations made as needed. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Keywords: H.O. Penn Machinery Company, Inc., Paterson , Construction Equipment Field Mechanic, Engineering , Bloomingburg, New Jersey