Job Details

Job Type

Full-time

Description

POWER UP YOUR CAREER WITH LOUISIANA CAT

Louisiana Cat has been proud to represent Caterpillar® for 4 continuous generations in the state of Louisiana. We have been providing our customers with the highest quality Cat® equipment, service, and parts since 1933. We serve to build and power our community for a better future. We are always searching for high energy, ambitious candidates who are ready to join our team. You can build your future here!

THE OPPORTUNITY

Louisiana Cat is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our growing operations at the New Iberia, LA location. The role of the Mechanical Assembly Technician is to ensure assigned packaging performance objectives are met safely, on schedule, and within budget.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION

• Mechanical assembly of Marine, Petroleum and Industrial engines, equipment and associated components to meet customer requirements
• Assist in wiring electrical controls to meet customer requirements
• Understand technical drawings, specifications of mechanical and electrical systems to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements
• Inspect completed power system and controls installations and observe operations to ensure conformance to design, equipment specifications and compliance with operational and safety standards
• Determine nature, extent and troubleshoot issues, and recommend remedial measures
• Utilizes corporate Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software to enter time and project notes
• Follow and enforce all safety rules and procedures; identify and report all safety issues
• Complete training requirements identified by Caterpillar to earn and maintain job specific training certifications as required
• Embrace and support quality management system initiates to achieve a continuous improvement environment

MOST IMPORTANT QUALIFICATIONS

• REQUIRED: High School Diploma or (GED) equivalent
• PREFERRED: 2 year degree or equivalent electrical experience
• REQUIRED: Proficient in MS Word and Excel
• REQUIRED: Excellent communication skills
• REQUIRED: Must have own hand tools
• Mechanically inclined with some packaging assembly experience a plus

JOB FACTS

• SHIFT SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, some Saturday shifts required. 40+ hours a week.
• WORK ENVIRONMENT: Requires physical movement, lifting, squatting, and bending per the job description

LOUISIANA CAT BENEFITS

• Health, Dental, Vision, $50,000 Company Funded Life Policy (if enrolled in Health)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer, Supplemental Life and additional voluntary policies
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Technician Tool Loan Program up to $2,000
• Safety Boot / Safety Prescription Glasses Allowances
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Assistance
• Employee Discounts
• Credit Union
• Technician Career Development Program - Shop & Field Service Training

SAFETY IN ALL WE DO

• We require strict compliance with PPE (personal protective equipment) safety regulations.
• We maintain compliance with all Federal, State and Local safety and company regulations.
• All employees must follow all Company Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) procedures.
• Louisiana Cat is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana and THC products.

WHY PEOPLE JOIN LOUISIANA CAT

• We are dedicated to fostering a safe and meaningful work environment that empowers our employees and customers.
• We are known for creating lasting partnerships, guided by our strong company values, customer experience culture and safety standards.
• We are committed to the long-term growth and success of both our employees and customers.
• We have energy, focus and passion delivering results because what we do impacts our customers each and every day.
• We work across Construction, Electrical Power, Industrial, Marine Engines and Oil & Gas industries.
• We invest in training and development programs for our employees to build their toolkit and career paths here at Louisiana Cat.
• We offer competitive pay and benefits, paid holidays and vacation, employee incentive programs and 401(k) company match programs.

WHO WE ARE
We are a growing organization focused on creating a positive impact on our employees, customers and communities in which we operate. We seek out employees who are inspired by our values, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to become a part of a dynamic company backed by 90+ years of success. We have 23 locations across Louisiana and the Gulf South with Corporate HQ located in Reserve, LA and Power Systems HQ located in New Iberia, LA.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We proudly hire U.S. Veterans.
• Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co., LLC) uses E-Verify and complies with I-9 employment eligibility requirements of all new hires. Click here for your rights: click here for more information
• Equal Employment Opportunity Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal: click here for more information
• Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision: click here for more information
• Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) and its affiliates are drug-free workplaces and post-offer, pre-employment process includes background check, drug/alcohol screen, and if applicable for the role, pre-employment physical/fit for duty assessments.