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Carolina CAT
Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician
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A Heavy Equipment Mechanic maintains and repairs heavy equipment like construction vehicles and fire trucks.
$57,075 / year median in North Carolina
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician Carolina CAT United States, North Carolina, Asheville 40 Interstate Blvd (Show on map) Jul 22, 2026 Description Position at Carolina CAT - Construction Join the Carolina Cat Team As a family-owned company under our third generation of leadership, we have built our business based on the principles of trust, integrity, and a desire to help our customers and employees succeed. Since 1926, we've supported our communities by supplying equipment for critical infrastructure and commerce and by donating our time and resources to area nonprofits. We make smart investments in our company and continuously improve as part of our vision to be a trailblazing company that's built to last. We're looking for hard-working, team-oriented professionals who enjoy working on new challenges every day. We believe our employees are the key to our success, and we're committed to providing a work experience that helps our team grow to their full potential. Collectively, our employees work together to make a difference for our customers, our communities, and our company. Learn more about what it means to become a team member with Carolina Cat. Summary The Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of customer equipment in a shop or field environment while maintaining an acceptable level of productivity and customer satisfaction. Essential Functions Promptly, at start of shift, review work schedule, check equipment and supplies required to perform the work scheduled, and prepare for operations
Works independently with little to no supervision at times.
Determine the technical or physical status using the on-board computer, service documents and reviewing product improvement and support programs.
Verify findings, review readings of gauges and procedures and compare to manufactures specs.
Prepare a plan to correct the problem consulting with co-workers or lead man when necessary.
Order or obtain from stock or send parts to special service shop to make the appropriate tooling or alterations.
Install, replace, re-build or repair the parts and/or equipment in a timely manner and according to specifications.
Test the part or equipment and perform quality check after work is complete.
Paint components and pressure wash parts and equipment when necessary.
Perform general housekeeping duties as assigned and maintains company vehicles.
At end of shift, secure all equipment and machinery, and complete all required paperwork.
Works to ensure departmental compliance with all safety and contamination control guidelines.
Maintains productivity at predetermined levels.
Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualifying individuals to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Must have earned a High School Diploma, or a GED
Successful completion of the level three service technician development program.
6+ years in heavy equipment, engine, or electric power generation system mechanic repair.