What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shop Technician (Monday-Thursday 10 hr Shifts) position at Ceres?
Join Ceres
Build One-of-a-Kind Machines. Solve Complex Problems. See Your Work Come to Life.
Our team designs and manufactures custom equipment, specialized attachments, and complex hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems that solve real-world challenges for customers across multiple industries. From concept through manufacturing, you'll work alongside experienced engineers, welders, fabricators, and technicians to create equipment that simply doesn't exist anywhere else.
If you enjoy diagnosing problems, building innovative equipment, and taking pride in seeing your ideas become reality, you'll fit right in.
This position is 4 10 hr shifts Monday through Thursday.
If you have questions before applying, contact our Recruiting Team at recruiting@ceresgroup.com or 402-891-7555.
What You'll Do
Every day brings a different challenge. You'll help design, build, troubleshoot, and improve custom equipment from the ground up.
Responsibilities include:
- Design and assemble hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems for custom equipment.
- Build and modify machinery to meet customer specifications.
- Diagnose and repair equipment using advanced troubleshooting techniques.
- Test, adjust, and validate new and rebuilt equipment to ensure peak performance.
- Develop hydraulic and electrical circuits for new products and existing equipment.
- Research and source components for product development and repairs.
- Utilize CAT Service Information Systems (SIS) and other technical resources to diagnose issues and identify solutions.
- Create assembly procedures, testing protocols, schematics, and supporting documentation.
- Collaborate with engineers, fabrication teams, and manufacturing to develop efficient solutions.
- Provide technical guidance and support to fellow technicians.
- Maintain a clean, safe work environment while following OSHA and MSHA safety standards.
- Continue developing your skills through ongoing technical training.
What Makes This Opportunity Different
At Ceres, you won't spend every day performing the same repairs.
You'll have the opportunity to:
- Work on completely custom equipment and prototypes.
- Build machinery from concept through completion.
- Solve unique hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical challenges.
- Work directly with engineers to bring new ideas to life.
- See the finished product operating in the field.
If you enjoy variety, innovation, and hands-on problem solving, this is the place for you.
About Ceres
What We're Looking For
We're looking for mechanically minded individuals who enjoy building, troubleshooting, and continuously learning.
Ideal candidates have experience with:
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical systems and wiring
- Mechanical assembly and repair
- Reading schematics and technical drawings
- Diagnostic software and troubleshooting
- Hand and pneumatic tools
Experience with heavy equipment, agricultural equipment, construction equipment, manufacturing, or custom fabrication is highly valued.
Benefits
We invest in our employees with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- HSA & FSA Options
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- 401(k) with Profit Sharing
- Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- In-House Technical Training
- Paid Military Leave
- Boot Program
- Safety Glasses Program
Why Ceres?
Our engineers, technicians, welders, and fabricators bring more than 100 years of combined experience designing and manufacturing innovative equipment.
We specialize in:
- Custom equipment design
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical systems
- Mechanical engineering
- Prototype development
- Specialized attachments
- Manufacturing solutions
At Ceres, your ideas matter. You'll work with a team that values craftsmanship, innovation, and finding better ways to solve complex challenges.
If you're looking for a career where every project is different and your work has a lasting impact, we'd love to meet you.
Ceres is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person