Field Technician - Diesel Heavy Equipment - N C Machinery Co.

Harnish Group Inc. is the Caterpillar Dealer in Central and Western Washington, Central and Eastern Montana, Northwestern Wyoming, Northwestern North Dakota and the state of Alaska. Our Member Companies are N C Machinery, N C The Cat Rental Store, N C Power Systems, Tractor & Equipment Co., T & E The Cat Rental Store, T&E Power Systems, SITECH Northwest Inc., representing Caterpillar and other manufacturers.  A family owned and managed company since 1929, our Mission is to help our customers succeed by providing premier business solutions delivered by engaged employees through teamwork and excellence. 

About the Position: This is a key role in our company in which our technicians are responsible for:

• Diagnosing and repairing Caterpillar equipment, including removing, repairing, assembling, and installing
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting engines, powertrains, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Using CAT diagnostic equipment, CAT repair tooling, rigging, and blocking equipment
• Planning and organizing multiple projects with an emphasis on controlling job costs
• Investigating, analyzing, and identifying problems to make recommendations
• Communicating effectively with a variety of people, using strong interpersonal and writing skills for utilizing internal software and other software programs

Qualifications & Experience Needed:  

• High school diploma or equivalent, or a graduate of a 2-4 year vocational technical school training institution or equivalent experience
• Valid driver's license (used for potential forklift driving and operation of equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, hoists, cranes, pressure washers, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products and Outlook
• Ability to stand up to eight hours per day, including twisting, bending, squatting, sitting, stooping, and kneeling
• Flexibility to travel for extended periods to work with customers
• Experience working at a Caterpillar (CAT) dealership or with CAT products is ideal

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes salary at $49.55 up to $53.55, health benefits, vacation, sick leave, life insurance, 401(k) with profit sharing and company match.

Due to the operating of machinery and tools, this position is safety sensitive and pre-employment drug testing is a step in the job offer process. To apply for this unique position, please go to our web site at www.ncmachinery.com

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)