Pinpointing mechanical, electrical, and computer system faults using diagnostic software.
Hydraulic Repairs:
Servicing complex hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, and hoses.
Engine Overhauls:
Repairing and rebuilding large diesel engines.
Powertrain Maintenance:
Servicing transmissions, torque converters, differentials, and final drives.
Undercarriage & Brake Service:
Replacing tracks, rollers, sprockets, and heavy-duty braking systems.
Paving System Calibration:
Adjusting specialized screeds, heating elements, and sensors on asphalt pavers.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Technical Degrees (Preferred): An associate degree or certificate in heavy equipment technology, diesel mechanics or experience equivalent. Certifications (Preferred): Manufacturer-specific credentials (e.g., Caterpillar, Komatsu, John Deere) and ASE heavy truck certifications or experience equivalent.
System Knowledge:
Deep understanding of blueprints, hydraulic schematics, and electrical diagrams. Commercial Driver's License (CDL): Required for Field Service Technicians to drive heavy service trucks to job sites.
Primary Machinery Serviced:
Earthmoving Equipment:
Bulldozers, excavators, wheel loaders, skid steers, motor graders, and backhoes.
