Job Description

Get Hands-On. Work with Equipment. Build Your Career.

Location: Brewer, MESchedule: Full-timePay: $21.29 - $36.03 hour (based on experience)

If you have mechanical experience and want to work hands-on with heavy equipment in a role that builds toward a technician career—this is your opportunity.

At Milton CAT, Yard Service Technicians play a key role in ensuring machines are fully prepared, configured, and ready for customer use—while supporting day-to-day yard operations.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll apply your mechanical skills while building experience that supports long-term growth within our service team.

Where You’ll Make an Impact

• Support Equipment Set-Up & Inspection
  • Assist with configuring, preparing, and checking equipment prior to delivery
  • Perform basic mechanical adjustments and inspections
  • Help ensure machines meet quality and readiness standards
• Work Hands-On with Heavy Equipment
  • Gain experience with excavators, dozers, loaders, and attachments
  • Apply mechanical skills in a real-world service environment
  • Build familiarity across a wide range of equipment
• Support Yard & Equipment Operations
  • Move, stage, and organize equipment within the yard
  • Contribute to efficient equipment flow and readiness
  • Support both service and customer needs
• A Role with Variety
  • Balance yard operations with light mechanical work
  • Stay active throughout the day
  • Work across multiple tasks and responsibilities
• Build Toward a Technician Career
  • Strengthen mechanical and equipment knowledge
  • Gain experience relevant to shop and field technician roles
  • Learn within a structured, team-focused service environment

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

As an Equipment Set-Up & Inspection / Yard Technician, you’ll help ensure equipment is ready, functional, and delivery-ready:

• Load and unload heavy equipment and attachments
• Fuel, jumpstart, and prepare machines for delivery
• Perform basic maintenance, setup, and inspection checks
• Install and adjust attachments in the prep/shop area
• Coordinate equipment staging, movement, and inventory
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized yard
• Process equipment documentation and tracking

Qualifications

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED
• Mechanical aptitude with experience around heavy equipment preferred
• Experience operating or moving equipment (preferred)
• Ability to operate forklifts or similar equipment (preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record
• Basic computer skills

What You Get

• Competitive Compensation
  • $21.29 - $36.03 hour (experience-based)
  • Consistent, full-time schedule
• Comprehensive Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off + paid holidays
  • 401(k) with competitive retirement options
  • Life & disability insurance
• Career Growth & Development
  • Hands-on training and skill development
  • Tuition reimbursement (after 1 year)
  • Clear path into service technician roles
• Additional Perks
  • Tool & boot allowance
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Safety and wellness programs

Who Thrives Here

• Individuals with mechanical aptitude and equipment experience
• People who enjoy hands-on, physical work
• Team players who like variety and staying active
• Detail-oriented workers who take pride in getting equipment ready the right way
• Those looking for a long-term career in equipment service

About Milton CAT

Milton CAT is the exclusive Caterpillar dealer across the Northeast, supporting construction, power generation, and industrial customers. We combine the strength of a global brand with a culture built on teamwork, safety, and long-term careers.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Your supervisor may request and assign you similar duties.

Resumes that are mailed, emailed or hand-delivered to Milton CAT or any employee will not be considered. You must apply online. A background check and drug testing are required as part of our pre-employment process.

Milton CAT is an equal opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. We encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women. Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, handicap, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status. We base all employment decisions to further this principle of equal employment opportunity. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. EEO/AA employer.