Service Trainee/Helper Mechanic

Job Details

Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and organized individual who is looking for an entry level technician position in our Anchorage, AK branch.

Salary range from $24.95 per hour. Hourly offered based on skills and experience.

About The Position

• Responsible for inspecting, cleaning, prepping, and testing new cat machines for delivery to the customer.
• Assembling, installing, and testing various cat and allied attachments.
• Responsible for incoming and outgoing inspections on our heavy rents fleet.
• Servicing the equipment at the necessary intervals, as well as minor troubleshooting and repairs.
• Work closely with the shop supervisor, sales department, yard attendant, and rental coordinators to effectively manage the influx of new cat equipment and to manage the availability status of our rental equipment.
  
  

Other Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Assisting other heavy equipment technicians in various repairs when necessary.
• Steam cleaning various machines.
• Assisting in shop cleanup activities and trash removal
  
  

Qualifications & Experience Needed

• A high school diploma or equivalent or a graduate of a 2-4 year vocational technical school training institution or equivalent experience is required.
• A valid driver's license is vital as it will be used for potential forklift driving and operation of equipment such as hydraulic and mechanical presses, hoists, cranes, pressure washers, and more.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products and Outlook.
• This role requires the ability to stand up to eight hours per day and includes twisting, bending, squatting, sitting stooping and kneeling.
• Flexibility to travel for extended periods of time to work with our customers will be required.
• Experience working at a Caterpillar (CAT) dealership or with CAT products is ideal.
  
  

Company Benefits

• Retirement: 401k w/ Company Match and Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off: Paid Vacation, Holiday & Sick Leave
• Health Insurance: Premera Blue Cross Medical w/Telehealth & Dental
• Vision Insurance: VSP Vision Insurance
• Insurance: Company Paid Life, AD&D & Disability Insurance
• Guidance Resources: Employee Assistance Program
• Rewards: Quarterly Employee Recognition Cash Program
• Discounts: CAT Products, Rental/Sales Discounts
• Financial Access: Credit Union Membership is available
• Growth/Stability: Career Growth Opportunities within a 4th Generation Family-owned Company for over 96 years
• Tenure: Seniority Bonus, starting at 5 years
• Talent Referral Program: Employee Referral Bonus
  
  

Harnish Group Inc. is the Caterpillar Dealer in Central and Western Washington, Central and Eastern Montana, Northwestern Wyoming, Northwestern North Dakota and the state of Alaska. Our Member Companies are N C Machinery, N C The Cat Rental Store, N C Power Systems, Tractor & Equipment Co., T & E The Cat Rental Store, and SITECH, representing Caterpillar, AGCO and other manufacturers. A family owned and managed company, our Mission is to help our customers succeed by providing premier business solutions delivered by engaged employees through teamwork and excellence.