Shop and Alteration Tailor jobs in Gillette, WY

Shop Technicians diagnose, service, troubleshoot, repair and rebuild engines of construction, mining on-highway trucks, forklifts, components and power systems equipment.  Various levels of knowledge, skills and abilities in the Essential Functions listed below are required and will determine job placement. including prior experience.

• Apprentice I: Basic understanding of mechanical tools and service procedures. Certificate from technical school, one year of  heavy equipment experience, or possess a strong mechanical aptitude. 
• Apprentice II: Basic component identification and understanding of the functions of various Caterpillar mechanical systems. Two years of heavy equipment experience. 
• Shop Technician: Understand the operation, troubleshooting and repair of various Caterpillar mechanical systems Four years heavy equipment experience.
• Master Shop Technician: Complete understanding and the advanced ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair various Caterpillar mechanical systems. Ten years of heavy equipment experience. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Performs troubleshooting and inspection of equipment and systems using diagnostic equipment.  
• Removes, repairs, and or replaces components and parts on various equipment and systems to include (but not limited to) engine, hydraulic, brake, air, fuel, power train, electrical, tier 4, starting and steering systems. 
• Follow company standards for work quality and safety. 
• Use a computer to prepare and submit accurate reports within established timeframe. 
• Communicate effectively and professionally to customers, other employees, and supervisors. 
• Read and interpret parts books, service manuals and other system schematics.
• Able to work rotating shift (days, evenings, nights).

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate equipment and machinery properly and safely. 
• Compile data to produce cost effective job estimates and parts orders. 
• Display a positive attitude and willingness to help others. 

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES: 

• High school education or equivalent 
• Technical school certificate and/or experience as outlined above
• Knowledge in various areas, including (but not limited to) gearing, bearings, seals, bushings, diesel, and hydraulics
• Able to effectively use stationary and portable boring equipment and machine tools as well as multiple other types of tooling to meet specific job needs
• Understand and utilize tools for set-up and layout work. 
• Able to read and understand English, to include parts books, service manuals and electrical and hydraulic schematics. 
• Must have clear written and oral communication skills. 
• Safely rig or hook for lifting any part or component of a machine
• Ability to think and work through difficult projects or problems, and having a mechanical aptitude
• Possess ability to learn CAT software systems and have basic PC skills. 
• Ability to safely operate motor vehicles and job-related equipment. 

PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged walking, sitting and/or standing
• Exposure to dirt, grease, dust, noise and other elements 
• Heavy lifting up to 50 pounds
• Use of all necessary personal protective equipment
• Work in an elevated position, climbing, bending, stooping and squatting

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described and may be amended at any time with our without notice at the sole discretion of Wyoming Machinery Company.  Wyoming Machinery Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.