General Shop Mechanic – Construction
SOBRE NOSOTROS
Looking for more than just a job? At Thompson Machinery, we’ve been powering progress since 1944. We are the go-to Caterpillar dealer for Middle and West Tennessee and North Mississippi. Come join a team where our mission is simple: deliver smart solutions, build lasting partnerships, strengthen the communities we call home and invest in your growth.
LO QUE HARÁS
The General Mechanic/Service Shop Technician position is responsible for set up, repair, service, diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and installation of replacement parts on Caterpillar diesel powered construction equipment. This is a
skilled technician position working largely independently or with guidance from service mentors. The General Mechanic/Service Shop Technician reports to a Service Shop Manager and serves customers located in company service shops.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- The General Mechanic/Service Shop Technician should be able to read and interpret technical instruction, service and safety manuals, company policies and procedures.
- Works with mechanical, hydraulic, and electric/electronic schematics and wiring diagrams; and demonstrates proficiency in the use of test equipment.
- The position is responsible for high quality repair service on equipment and engines, responding to customer needs in a positive, safe, and timely manner, and ensuring maximum value for work performed.
- May have to lift up to 25-30 pounds on occasion
- May work in an environment where hazards are present
- Requires frequent hand use for typing, operating the phone, handling materials, and other job-related tasks
- Other duties as assigned
LO QUE ESPERAMOS DE USTED
Cada uno de nosotros tiene una formación distinta, pero todos utilizamos nuestra contribución única para ofrecer un servicio de la máxima calidad.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Able to work standard five-day work schedules, including daily overtime, and occasional weekend hours as required.
- Must possess a complete set of basic mechanical hand tools, including drives, sockets, and wrenches.
- Possess and maintain a current, valid state driver’s license. CDL may be required for some field positions
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Diesel engine, construction equipment and/or truck engine training through accredited technical schools or relevant military experience preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Two or more years of previous hands-on equipment and/or engine experience, diagnostics and troubleshooting experience working diesel powered construction equipment or truck engines.
KNOWLEDGE, TECHNICAL SKILL, & ABILITIES
- Demonstrate technical knowledge of construction equipment and/or engine mechanical failures.
- Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and adaptability.
- Demonstrates a sense of urgency and self-initiative, and the personal drive to be successful.
- Excelentes aptitudes de comunicación escrita y verbal
QUÉ HAY PARA TI
En Thompson Machinery, creemos que las grandes prestaciones son algo más que ventajas: son esenciales para el bienestar y el éxito de los empleados. Hemos diseñado un paquete de beneficios que va más allá de lo ordinario, garantizando que los miembros de nuestro equipo prosperen tanto personal como profesionalmente. A continuación le ofrecemos un resumen de nuestras ventajas, incluidas algunas que nos diferencian de nuestros competidores.
THE BASICS
- Diversas opciones de planes médicos, incluida una opción gratuita
- Seguro dental y de visión
- Seguro de invalidez a corto y largo plazo a cargo de la empresa
- Seguro de vida básico a cargo de la empresa
- 401k de contrapartida
- Participación en beneficios
- 8 días festivos pagados al año
- Inicialmente, hasta 15 días de tiempo libre retribuido al año, que aumentarán tras cinco años de servicio.
- Programa de Asistencia al Empleado (PAE)
WHAT SETS US APART
- Salario competitivo
- Exposición a formación y desarrollo CAT de categoría mundial
- Reembolso de matrícula
- Asistencia en la compra de herramientas para adquirir herramientas de alta calidad con grandes descuentos
- Estipendio anual para la compra de botas de trabajo
- Programa de incentivos de la empresa
- Vacaciones de veterano pagadas anualmente a todos los miembros del servicio
- Programas de formación y desarrollo
- Uniformes de trabajo y servicios profesionales de limpieza
- Programas de bienestar financiero
Thompson Machinery offers competitive salaries and a complete benefits package. Compensation for this position will be commensurate with candidate experience and background. Thompson Machinery is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
Listing is current as of Sep 04, 2026 11:45 PM