What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engine Rebuild Technician position at Riggs Cat?
Description
Join a team where your technical skill and pride in craftsmanship truly matter. As an Engine Rebuild Technician, you will play a key role in rebuilding, restoring, and optimizing major engine components to factory-level performance. If you enjoy precision work, problem-solving, and seeing the results of your expertise come to life, this is the place for you.
What You’ll Do
As an Engine Rebuild Technician, you’ll be responsible for complete engine reconditioning/rebuilding and component-level repairs. Your day-to-day will include:
- Disassembling, inspecting, repairing, reconditioning, and reassembling engine components
- Conducting reconditioning-type repairs using proper tooling and up-to-date service information
- Completing accurate service documentation, including parts handling and technical information retrieval
- Determining part reusability and making repair recommendations
- Performing diagnostic tests, troubleshooting malfunctions, and making precise adjustments
- Supporting customer satisfaction through high-quality workmanship and timely service
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace
- Helping train and mentor junior Technicians
- Assisting Field Technicians with minor repairs when needed
- Performing all duties professionally, efficiently, and safely
- Supporting other tasks as needed to serve our customers and business operations
- Loading, unloading, and transporting engines, components, and parts within the facility
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED; 3–5 years of relevant technician experience preferred
- Ability to read and understand instructions, technical documents, and basic correspondence
- Ability to write simple reports or notes
- Personal tooling is sufficient to perform assigned duties (or the ability to obtain it)
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
This role involves hands-on, physical work and exposure to a variety of shop environments. You should be comfortable with:
- Standing, walking, reaching, climbing, kneeling, or crawling throughout the workday
- Frequently lifting up to 20 lbs, and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs
- Working in conditions that may include heat, cold, humidity, high places, fumes, and outside weather
- Using a full range of vision, including close, distance, color, and depth perception
- Exposure to moderate noise levels and occasional vibration or electrical risks