Preventative Maintenance Technician at Louisiana Machinery
Reserve, LA
About the Job
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
We are looking for a Preventative Maintenance Technician to join our growing operations at our Reserve, Louisiana location.
YOU
The person in this role will be responsible for servicing and inspecting Caterpillar and Non-Caterpillar heavy equipment in the field.
YOUR CONTRIBUTION
You will perform preventative maintenance on all components of heavy equipment including diesel engines, power trains, hydraulics, fuel systems, power generation, and electrical codes
Responsibilities include performing inspections and general preventive maintenance on heavy and light construction equipment and diesel and natural gas engines.
You will use a company provided truck enclosed with lube extraction and retraction necessities.
YOUR VALUE
You will promote positive customer service for Louisiana Cat Stores according to Caterpillar and Louisiana Cat expectations
We will give you the tools and building blocks to MAKE A CAREER here at Louisiana CAT
You'll become so much more than a mechanic!
MOST IMPORTANT QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED: High School Diploma or (GED) equivalent
REQUIRED: Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle history
REQUIRED: Prior technical training of heavy machinery / equipment
REQUIRED: Strong mechanical aptitude; Maintain a tool inventory; Louisiana Cat offers employees a Tooling Purchasing Program
PREFERRED: CDL driver’s license
JOB FACTS
SHIFT SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 6am - 5pm; may require working hours outside standard work schedule (specifics discussed during interviews)
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Requires physical movement, lifting, squatting, bending, climbing, and working with mechanical rotating parts in the Louisiana climate
Career structure and growth through our Technician Career Development Program
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 operate equipment
The employee must have the ability to operate and maintain a field service vehicle with GVW of less than 26,000 lbs.
LOUISIANA CAT BENEFITS
Health, Dental, Vision, $50,000 Company Funded Life Policy (if enrolled in Health)
Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer, Supplemental Life and additional voluntary policies
401K Plan with Company Match
Paid Holidays & Vacation
Technician Tool Loan Program up to $2,000
Safety Boot / Safety Prescription Glasses Allowances
Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Assistance
Employee Discounts
Credit Union
Technician Career Development Program - Shop & Field Service Training
SAFETY IN ALL WE DO
We require strict compliance with PPE (personal protective equipment) safety regulations.
We maintain compliance with all Federal, State and Local safety and company regulations.
All employees must follow all Company Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) procedures.
Louisiana Cat is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana and THC products.
WHY PEOPLE JOIN LOUISIANA CAT
We are dedicated to fostering a safe and meaningful work environment that empowers our employees and customers.
We are known for creating lasting partnerships, guided by our strong company values, customer experience culture and safety standards.
We are committed to the long-term growth and success of both our employees and customers.
We have energy, focus and passion delivering results because what we do impacts our customers each and every day.
We work across Construction, Electrical Power, Industrial, Marine Engines and Oil & Gas industries.
We invest in training and development programs for our employees to build their toolkit and career paths here at Louisiana Cat.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, paid holidays and vacation, employee incentive programs and 401(k) company match programs.
WHO WE ARE
We are a growing organization focused on creating a positive impact on our employees, customers and communities in which we operate
We seek out employees who are inspired by our values, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to become a part of a dynamic company backed by 90+ years of success
We have 23 locations across Louisiana and the Gulf South with Corporate HQ located in Reserve, LA and Power Systems HQ located in New Iberia, LA.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran
We proudly hire U.S
Veterans.
Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co., LLC) uses E-Verify and complies with I-9 employment eligibility requirements of all new hires
Click here for your rights: click here for more information
Equal Employment Opportunity Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal: click here for more information
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision: click here for more information
Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) and its affiliates are drug-free workplaces and post-offer, pre-employment process includes background check, drug/alcohol screen, and if applicable for the role, pre-employment physical/fit for duty assessments.
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
We are looking for a Preventative Maintenance Technician to join our growing operations at our Reserve, Louisiana location.
YOU
The person in this role will be responsible for servicing and inspecting Caterpillar and Non-Caterpillar heavy equipment in the field.
YOUR CONTRIBUTION
You will perform preventative maintenance on all components of heavy equipment including diesel engines, power trains, hydraulics, fuel systems, power generation, and electrical codes
Responsibilities include performing inspections and general preventive maintenance on heavy and light construction equipment and diesel and natural gas engines.
You will use a company provided truck enclosed with lube extraction and retraction necessities.
YOUR VALUE
You will promote positive customer service for Louisiana Cat Stores according to Caterpillar and Louisiana Cat expectations
We will give you the tools and building blocks to MAKE A CAREER here at Louisiana CAT
You'll become so much more than a mechanic!
MOST IMPORTANT QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED: High School Diploma or (GED) equivalent
REQUIRED: Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle history
REQUIRED: Prior technical training of heavy machinery / equipment
REQUIRED: Strong mechanical aptitude; Maintain a tool inventory; Louisiana Cat offers employees a Tooling Purchasing Program
PREFERRED: CDL driver’s license
JOB FACTS
SHIFT SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 6am - 5pm; may require working hours outside standard work schedule (specifics discussed during interviews)
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Requires physical movement, lifting, squatting, bending, climbing, and working with mechanical rotating parts in the Louisiana climate
Career structure and growth through our Technician Career Development Program
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 operate equipment
The employee must have the ability to operate and maintain a field service vehicle with GVW of less than 26,000 lbs.
LOUISIANA CAT BENEFITS
Health, Dental, Vision, $50,000 Company Funded Life Policy (if enrolled in Health)
Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer, Supplemental Life and additional voluntary policies
401K Plan with Company Match
Paid Holidays & Vacation
Technician Tool Loan Program up to $2,000
Safety Boot / Safety Prescription Glasses Allowances
Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Assistance
Employee Discounts
Credit Union
Technician Career Development Program - Shop & Field Service Training
SAFETY IN ALL WE DO
We require strict compliance with PPE (personal protective equipment) safety regulations.
We maintain compliance with all Federal, State and Local safety and company regulations.
All employees must follow all Company Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) procedures.
Louisiana Cat is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana and THC products.
WHY PEOPLE JOIN LOUISIANA CAT
We are dedicated to fostering a safe and meaningful work environment that empowers our employees and customers.
We are known for creating lasting partnerships, guided by our strong company values, customer experience culture and safety standards.
We are committed to the long-term growth and success of both our employees and customers.
We have energy, focus and passion delivering results because what we do impacts our customers each and every day.
We work across Construction, Electrical Power, Industrial, Marine Engines and Oil & Gas industries.
We invest in training and development programs for our employees to build their toolkit and career paths here at Louisiana Cat.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, paid holidays and vacation, employee incentive programs and 401(k) company match programs.
WHO WE ARE
We are a growing organization focused on creating a positive impact on our employees, customers and communities in which we operate
We seek out employees who are inspired by our values, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to become a part of a dynamic company backed by 90+ years of success
We have 23 locations across Louisiana and the Gulf South with Corporate HQ located in Reserve, LA and Power Systems HQ located in New Iberia, LA.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran
We proudly hire U.S
Veterans.
Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co., LLC) uses E-Verify and complies with I-9 employment eligibility requirements of all new hires
Click here for your rights: click here for more information
Equal Employment Opportunity Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal: click here for more information
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision: click here for more information
Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) and its affiliates are drug-free workplaces and post-offer, pre-employment process includes background check, drug/alcohol screen, and if applicable for the role, pre-employment physical/fit for duty assessments.
