Mechanical Assembly Technician @ Louisiana CAT

THE OPPORTUNITYLouisiana 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 CONTRIBUTIONMechanical assembly of Marine, Petroleum and Industrial engines, equipment and associated components to meet customer requirementsAssist in wiring electrical controls to meet customer requirementsUnderstand technical drawings, specifications of mechanical and electrical systems to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirementsInspect completed power system and controls installations and observe operations to ensure conformance to design, equipment specifications and compliance with operational and safety standardsDetermine nature, extent and troubleshoot issues, and recommend remedial measuresUtilizes corporate Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software to enter time and project notesFollow and enforce all safety rules and procedures; identify and report all safety issuesComplete training requirements identified by Caterpillar to earn and maintain job specific training certifications as requiredEmbrace and support quality management system initiates to achieve a continuous improvement environmentJOB 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 descriptionSAFETY IN ALL WE DOWe 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.
REQUIRED: High School Diploma or (GED) equivalentPREFERRED: 2 year degree or equivalent electrical experienceREQUIRED: Proficient in MS Word and ExcelREQUIRED: Excellent communication skillsREQUIRED: Must have own hand toolsMechanically inclined with some packaging assembly experience a plus