Lead Test Technician

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Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger more sustainable communities. We dontjust talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen with our customers where we work and live. Together we are building a better world so we can all enjoy living in it.

As a Lead Test Technician you will lead and mentor a team responsible for complex testing and validation of large mining and construction equipment. Your technical expertise and leadership will drive precision reliability and high performance across all validation activities.

What you will do:

Lead the of operational test plans and heavy equipment maintenance activities.
Interpret and follow work instructions repair manuals engineering drawings/specifications and solid models to support testing and validation.
Identify potential issues system/component failures maintainability challenges and failure modes in new products; communicate findings and suggest improvements to engineering teams.
Mentor and train junior technicians in the safe and effective of shop operations.

What Skills You Will Have:

Manufacturing Operations:

Deep understanding of plant operations and production workflows.
Supervise daily operations to meet targets.
Coordinate crossfunctional teams and ensure safety compliance.
Recommend improvements based on industry benchmarks.

Heavy Equipment Maintenance:

Expert in maintaining heavy equipment to maximize performance and reliability. Experience in heavy equipment testing maintenance or validation

Improve maintenance procedures and develop routine checklists.

Diagnose complex issues and provide technical guidance.

Track ROI from maintenance activities.

Train others in tools and techniques.

Coaching Others:

Skilled in mentoring individuals and teams to improve performance. Proven leadership or team lead experience.
Provide coaching in specific technical areas.
Monitor progress and give constructive feedback.
Guide both high performers and those needing development.

Effective Communications:

Clear and professional communicator across teams and formats.
Deliver constructive feedback and listen actively.
Write reports and present ideas clearly.
Adapt style for different audiences.

Standard Operating Procedures:

Able to develop and improve SOPs to boost operational efficiency.
Adjust procedures based on workflow and compliance needs.
Track deviations and ensure regulatory alignment.
Support continuous improvement efforts.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking:

Strong analytical thinking to support sound decisionmaking.
Apply critical thinking tools to assess risks and options.
Prioritize issues and propose effective solutions.

Problem Solving:

Experienced in resolving highimpact technical and process issues. Proficiency in interpreting engineering documentation and CAD models.

Lead problemsolving efforts using structured approaches.
Capture lessons learned and recommend longterm fixes.

Troubleshooting Technical Problems:

Advanced ability to detect and resolve technical equipment issues. Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
Diagnose and resolve complex machine failures.
Use advanced diagnostic tools and coach others on troubleshooting methods.

Additional Information:

This position requires the candidate to work fulltime at Tucson Proving Ground Green Valley AZ.

This position may require 510 travel.

Relocation is not available.

Sponsorship is not available.

Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjobrelated knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical dental and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation Holidays Volunteer etc.*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to parttime employees

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals Including minorities females veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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