HEAVY EQUIPMENT SHOP TECHNICIAN - Military veterans preferred

Carter Machinery


Location: Salem, VA 24153, USA
Category: Service
Posted Date: June 17, 2025
Requisition_Number: HEAVY005396
Schedule: Full Time

EOE Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring a Heavy Equipment Shop Technician in Salem, Virginia at our corporate headquarters. The Heavy Equipment Shop Technician position is responsible for diagnosing problems, performing repairs, reconditioning and servicing heavy equipment and components in a shop environment. Seeking candidates with previous Caterpillar or related heavy equipment service experience, military diesel experience or completion of a diesel school program. High school diploma or GED required.

Requirements for the Heavy Equipment Shop Technician position include:

• Self-starter able to work with limited supervision.
• Must be able to occasionally operate heavy machinery.
• Must be willing to work shifts as needed, including days, nights, and/or weekends to meet customer needs.
• Must be able to perform work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent troubleshooting skills; ability to accurately diagnose and repair equipment.
• Proficient in the use of a computer, Microsoft Office products and service software required in position.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Promote a positive customer experience.
• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.

Physical requirements must be met for the Heavy Equipment Shop Technician job, including the ability to lift, carry and maneuver items up to 70 pounds, including bulky objects. This position requires repeated reaching, standing, stooping, kneeling, bending and climbing beside, onto and under a variety of heavy equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.
• Life and disability insurance.
• In-house training instructors/programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Discounts: cellular phone service, computers, tooling, cars and trucks.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.

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