What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Shop Technician (Q1 2026) position at Riggs Cat?
Description
The Heavy Equipment Shop Technician is responsible for providing high quality repair service on equipment, in order to respond to customer needs in a positive, caring and timely manner and to ensure maximum value for work performed.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Complete assigned jobs and tasks to meet flat rate times and re-work metrics.
Work safely and follow all Riggs safety policies and procedures.
Complete related paperwork and access databases required to complete job (work order, parts order, JSA, DBS, SIMS, SIS web, BMTS) accurately and timely.
Follow contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations
Remove and install parts, disassemble and assemble components, and test and adjust assemblies. with minimal supervision.
Complete all assigned training in a timely and proficient manner.
Requirements
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Requires general knowledge of engines, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic systems and components.
General knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, laptops, diagnostic software and cranes and rigging equipment.
This position requires the ability to provide accurate information to management for quoting.
Must be able to obtain or currently possess adequate tooling to perform all assigned duties.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training.
Clean driving record and the ability to obtain CDL within 90 days of hire for field assignment
Must be at least 21 to be assigned and operate field vehicle
Will be certified prior to operating a forklift and/or man lift
May be required to complete DOT physical
May require MSHA certification
Flexibility to work various schedules including shift work, required overtime and on-call.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.