Senior Shop Technician - Santa Maria, California, United States
7 hours ago

Job description
Overview
Join Our Team: Shop Heavy Equipment Mechanic
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 for Shop Heavy Equipment Mechanic will depend on experience and education. $ $60.71
Responsibilities
We are seeking a Shop Technician / Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our service team. In this role, you'll work primarily in a shop environment performing diagnostics, maintenance, repairs, and rebuilds on Caterpillar and other heavy equipment. You'll help keep machinery running safely and reliably — supporting both Quinn customers and internal teams.
Position: Shop Technician
Location: Santa Maria, CA
Rate: $46.44-$59.23
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:
- Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, repairs, and reconditioning on heavy equipment, engines, drivetrains, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
- Disassemble and assemble machines and components to manufacture standards, from minor service to major overhaul.
- Inspect incoming equipment and perform preventive maintenance and pre‑delivery checks.
- Use specialized tools and diagnostic software to complete quality repairs.
- Perform preventive maintenance and emergency services to minimize downtime for customers.
- Maintain accurate service records, repair orders, and inspection documentation.
- Communicate professionally with customers and service teams about equipment issues and repair plans.
- Follow all safety procedures and keep work areas clean and organized.
- Continually developing skills through training and hands‑on experience.
- Collaborate with other technicians and departments to ensure timely quality repairs and customer satisfaction.
- May assist with machine evaluations, equipment testing, and fabrication tasks depending on shop needs.
- Familiarity with diagnostic tools such as Cat Electronic Technician (ET) and mechanical test equipment.
- Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently.
Apply today and grow your career as a Shop Heavy Equipment Technician at Quinn Caterpillar and be part of a team the keeps the world moving
Qualifications
One-year certificate or Associates degree from a community college or technical school; 5+ year's of CAT dealer experience and ten year's 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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