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Puckett Machinery Company · 3 months ago

Engine Rebuild Technician - (CRC-Component Rebuild Center) - PMC-Flowood

Flowood, MS

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Puckett Machinery Company is the Caterpillar® heavy equipment, rental services, and power systems dealer for central and southern Mississippi. We are seeking an experienced Engine Rebuild Technician to perform the set-up, disassembly, overhaul, and rebuild of diesel and natural gas powered industrial engines and related components in a shop-based production-style environment.

CommercialIndustrialMechanical EngineeringRentalSales

Responsibilities

Perform disassembly, inspection, rebuilding and/or re-assembly of diesel and natural gas powered industrial engine systems and components, including but not limited to powertrain pumps, motors, and hydraulics components) in accordance with all prescribed quality and safety standards

Research and determine reusability of parts in accordance with published manufacturer guidelines

Coordinate the ordering of replacement parts with designated point of contact

Test, measure, and adjust engine systems and components. Therein, identify the cause of failure through logical troubleshooting steps and failure analysis

Setup/install, operate and remove engines and related hardware on an engine dynamometer in a test cell to perform electronic fuel injection calibration, perform diagnostics, make minor repairs as needed, and prepare the unit for shipping

Prepare and submit detailed, complete and legible service reports of all inspection and actions performed using prescribed forms and procedures in a timely manner

Keep supervisor regularly apprised of status of assigned work and assist in addressing customer questions and concerns

Maintain work area, tools, and equipment to promote a clean and safe environment

Maintain a professional and proper personal appearance at all times

Keep up to date with developments in tooling, technologies and systems

Qualification

Diesel engine repairCaterpillar engine experienceMechanical test equipmentTroubleshooting skillsComputer skillsSafety complianceProblem solving skillsDetail oriented

Required

High school diploma or GED equivalent required

Minimum 5 years previous hands-on work experience as a service technician repairing Caterpillar or competitor heavy equipment or applicable diagnostic and troubleshooting experience as a technician in an industrial or truck engine repair shop

Minimum attainment of CAT level 2 diesel technician training certification and ability to demonstrate competency therein

Ability to read and comprehend moderately difficult computer-based schematics, specifications, service and parts literature, technical bulletins, safety manuals, and other related publications

Solid mechanical systems knowledge of diesel engines/engine failures, electrical and hydraulic systems

Proficient in the use of mechanical test equipment

Ability to safely use hand tools, electric tools, machine tools, overhead cranes and hoists, slings and chains, electrical testing equipment, hydraulic test equipment and numerous other specialized testing and adjusting equipment during a shift assignment that could last between 8 and 10 hours

Ability to safely use material handling equipment and wear company required PPE (protective eyewear, gloves, footwear) during a shift assignment that could last between 8 and 10 hours

Good problem solving skills, detail oriented, and ability to work with a high level of accuracy

Good computer skills using related information system applications (ex: SIS, DBS)

Ability to perform duties with a sense of urgency, exceeding customer expectations

Ability to work in a dynamic fast paced service environment

Ability to work standard five-day work schedule, including daily overtime, and occasional weekend hours as necessary

Preferred

Diesel engine, construction equipment and/or truck engine training and certifications through accredited technical schools or relevant military experience preferred

Specific experience troubleshooting and repairing CAT engines in the 3100, 3200, 3300, 3400, 3500, and/or C model series is preferred