• Perform maintenance, Electronic diagnosis, and repairs to Caterpillar truck engines and Caterpillar vocational trucks, along with O.E.M chassis components.
• Operate A/C recovery machine.
• Repair air brake operations & ABS systems, wheel end components: seals, bearings, and brakes.
• Repair drive train, clutch, transmissions, and differentials.
• Complete engine overhauls: in frame and out of frame (Class 7 & Class 8 vehicles).
• Communicate with customer and supervisor.
• Complete the proper documentation and data.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Technical school graduate or equivalent experience required (experience will be considered).
• Knowledge of truck engines, engine electronics, air brakes, (ABS) systems, air conditioning and drive train components required.
• Ability to follow all safety rules and wear proper safety equipment.
• CDL preferred (or able to obtain) but not required.
• Must be a self-starter with good time management, planning, organization skills, and commitment to detail.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and customer service skills are needed.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and willing to work overtime when needed
• Able to lift 75lbs.
• Computer literate with previous experience with programs such as Microsoft, Excel, and Outlook are required.
• Previous experience with Caterpillar programs preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. This includes no more than 2 minor violations within the past 3 years and no major violations within the past 5 years (Motor Vehicle Report will be performed on final candidate).

Altorfer Inc. offers an industry leading compensation and benefit package:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) and Additional 401(k) Contribution
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave and Funeral Leave        
• Vacation: 40 hours of vacation after 1 year of full-time employment
• Sick: 40 hours of sick after 1 year of full-time employment
• Education Assistance
• Personal Tool Insurance, and Safety Equipment Reimbursement
• Voluntary Benefits: Accident, Critical and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identity & Fraud Protection

Payrate: $35.75 - $41.98 per hour

Job will generally be performed at Altorfer service facility. This position requires extensive standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, stooping or kneeling, talking and hearing, and using fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls. May lift up to 75 lbs. Will be required to wear appropriate safety equipment (IE- Safety glasses or side shields, hearing protection, etc.) when needed. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

Why Work for Altorfer? 

At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the “A-Team” and is crucial to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a remarkable team of people to work with.