Job Description

Join Our Team: Caterpillar Landfill Technician - San Juan Capistrano

Quinn Company is a leading Caterpillar® dealer with a strong reputation for excellence in service, repair, and support across heavy equipment, power systems, rental, and more. Quinn values teamwork, technical skill, and quality workmanship, and offers real career pathways for technicians who enjoy hands‑on work and growth opportunities.

Wages

Starting wage will depend on experience and education. $33.80 - $36.00

Responsibilities

About Us:

The Caterpillar Landfill Technician is responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing Caterpillar heavy equipment used in landfill operations. This role supports Orange County landfill facilities (San Juan Capistrano, Irvine and Brea) by ensuring equipment operates safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime. Work is performed on-site at landfill locations and may include field service assignments.

Position: Caterpillar Landfill Technician

Work Location: San Juan Capistrano

Rate: $33.80-$36.00

We Offer a Comprehensive Package:

Career Stability

Opportunity for Growth

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with a Match

Profit Sharing

Flexible Spending Accounts

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Lead and Field Premium

Tool Allowance Program

Tool Insurance Coverage

Company Provided Uniforms

Life Assistance Program

Critical Illness Insurance

Paid Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays

Requirements:

Inspect, diagnose, and repair Caterpillar heavy equipment, including bulldozers, compactors, loaders, and excavators

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance such as oil changes, fluid services, and system inspections

Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine systems

Disassemble, repair, and reassemble machine components according to Caterpillar standards

Use Caterpillar diagnostic tools, manuals, and software to identify and resolve equipment issues

Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform field service repairs at landfill sites

Accurately document repairs, parts usage, and labor hours

Follow all safety policies and procedures while working in landfill environments

Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and site personnel

Work Environment

Primarily outdoors at active landfill sites

Exposure to heavy machinery, noise, dust, and varying weather conditions

May require travel between landfill locations (San Juan Capistrano, Irvine and Brea) service facilities

Overtime and flexible scheduling may be required based on operational needs

Hours

4:00AM start time with overtime and Saturdays included

Qualifications

One-year certificate or associate’s degree from a community college or technical school; Minimum 5+ years of CAT dealer experience and ten years’ heavy equipment industry experience or equivalent education and experience.

Quinn is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/DV

Quinn Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, all applicable veteran status or disabled veteran status. Quinn Group, Inc. has established an Affirmative Action Plan to promote the employment and advancement of members of those covered groups identified by statute and regulations, including minorities, women, qualified disabled individuals and all Veterans and disabled Veterans.

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