Field Service Technician - REQ ID 6261

At Ohio CAT, a Caterpillar Dealership, we don’t just sell, rent, and support machines—we power critical infrastructure. From hospitals and data centers to manufacturing and emergency response, our Power Systems division keeps the world running. Join a team where your skills matter, your growth is supported, and your work has real impact.

Job Summary for Field Service Technician:

As a Field Service Technician, you’ll be the go-to expert for on-site diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of Caterpillar (CAT) Power Generation equipment and related systems. You’ll work independently from a fully equipped Ohio CAT service truck, servicing and performing:

• CAT diesel and gas generators (5KW to 3MW)
• Switchgear and ATS systems
• Control panels and electrical distribution systems
• Perform load bank testing, commissioning, and preventive maintenance
• Use diagnostic tools (e.g., CAT ET (Electronic Technician), SIS (Service Information System), and other computer-based diagnostic tools/software) to troubleshooting issues
• Provide exceptional customer service and technical support
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and documentation standards

Core Competencies of Field Service Technician:

• Experience withCAT, Cummins, Generac, Kohler, or Detroit Dieselgenerator systems
• Familiarity withswitchgear brandslike Russelectric, Lakeshore, or Asco
• Strongelectrical and mechanical troubleshootingskills
• Ability to read and interpretwiring schematics and control diagrams
• Military or field-based experience inequipment diagnostics and repairis highly valued
• Comfortable working independently inoutdoor environments
• Must own and safely use personal mechanic’s tools

Job Qualifications for Field Service Technician:

• High School Diploma or GED is required, along with completion of a technical school program (minimum 2 years) focused on diesel or power generation systems, plus at least 3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in repairing diesel engines, generators, and industrial equipment.

Why Join Us?

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and become a part of our dynamic team!

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The functions of the position require lifting, carrying, and pulling up to 50 pounds. Standing and sitting up, moving up and down stairs, and climbing into machines with be required. Position functions require normal dexterity and repetitive and frequent movements requiring hands, wrists, and fingers. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in office settings and moderate to loud in other situations, with both constant and sudden loud noises possible.

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