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Altorfer CAT

Sells, rents and services heavy equipment and power systems

Field Service Technician - Tractor

Full-TimeDeadline 9/8/27
$55.80 - $58.80/hr+ Union pension + Tool insurance
Senior
Mokena, IL, USA
In Person
Field ServiceEquipment Field Service

About the job

Requirements
  • Maintain a Class B commercial driver's license or greater.
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 7 years of heavy equipment experience.
  • Be able to perform high-quality repairs efficiently and maintain a clean working environment in the field.
  • Be able to work independently, manage time, use available information resources when written documentation is unavailable, make sound decisions, and follow directions.
  • Demonstrate effective communication when representing the company's professional image to customers and office personnel.
  • Have organizational skills and the ability to write technical reports.
  • Have intermediate keyboarding skills and basic knowledge of office software, preferably Microsoft Word.
  • Be able to carry, bend, and lift up to 75 pounds; wear appropriate safety equipment; work in all environmental conditions; and accommodate varying schedules and hours as needed.
Responsibilities
  • Follow all company safety procedures and processes.
  • Complete service reports, inspection checklists, and timecards according to department guidelines; finish paperwork before moving to the next job and communicate additional time needed to the dispatcher.
  • Use SIS, ET, parts, and service manuals.
  • Segment jobs properly and order parts accordingly.
  • Return unneeded parts immediately after job completion, complete warranty documentation, and submit follow-up forms promptly.
  • Communicate job status effectively to customers and office personnel.
  • Work efficiently at customer jobsites, in the shop, and while driving between locations or to the shop.
  • Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and powertrain systems in depth using prescribed tools, guidelines, and documentation.
  • Maintain personal and company-supplied tools and equipment, including the company service vehicle.
  • Arrange special parts as needed to reduce downtime.
  • Perform mechanical work related to the department's business.
  • Keep current with industry standards and requirements.
  • Maintain customer satisfaction, take full ownership of jobs, and use safe working practices.
  • Travel between locations as required.
Desired Qualifications
  • Complete an accredited college or specialized-schooling course.

About the company

Altorfer CAT is an equipment dealer that sells and rents machinery, engines, attachments and power systems for commercial and industrial use. Its product lines include construction and mining equipment, lift trucks, agricultural machinery and generator sets, backed by replacement parts and repair services. The company combines branch-based sales and service with field support, while its power-systems operation designs and produces generator packages for specific customer applications. Its territory covers eastern Iowa, northeast Missouri, northern and central Illinois, and parts of northwest Indiana. Founded in 1957, Altorfer is headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Cedar Rapids, IA

Founded

1957

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What believers are saying

  • Qualifying new parents receive paid leave: Altorfer includes maternal, paternal and adoptive leave within the child's first year.
  • Approved study receives financial support: Altorfer reimburses part of tuition, books and required course fees.
  • Technical training includes paid experience: the Davenport ThinkBIG programme alternates college study with paid dealer internships.

What critics are saying

  • Travel is substantial for rental leadership: the vice-president vacancy requires 35-60% travel, including occasional overnight stays.
  • Vendor-tool experience is required: the Bartonville engineering vacancy requires CAT ET, monitoring software, SIS Web and TMI experience.
  • Training still involves heavy handling: the Davenport internship specifies lifting loads of 75-100 pounds.

What makes Altorfer CAT unique

  • Ownership spans three generations: Altorfer describes its transition to third-generation family ownership.
  • Its dealership extends beyond Caterpillar: Altorfer also lists authorised relationships with Mitsubishi, JLG, FENDT, CLAAS and Trail King.
  • Equipment monitoring supports remote diagnosis: Altorfer advertises connected devices that allow dealer troubleshooting without a site visit.

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