General Mechanic/Service Shop Technician - Construction Equipment
Thompson Machinery
Repair, maintain, and service Caterpillar diesel construction equipment in shop
3 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
La Vergne, TN
Field
Company Size
380 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
customer service
manager communication
confidentiality
policy adherence
safety compliance
vehicle eligibility
- Respond to all customer requests in a professional and courteous, timely and responsive manner.
- Keep the Manager continually apprised to assist in answering customer questions and problems when necessary.
- Maintain company and product confidentiality.
- Adhere to all Company policies and departmental procedures and rules.
- Maintain a clean, professional personal appearance at all times, meeting all Company standards for professionalism.
- Know and follow all Company and customer safety rules, including maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly work area, fully participating in Company accident prevention and safety improvement activities.
- Attend and participate in all meetings, training, and activities as required.
- Meet all eligibility requirements to drive Company vehicles, including a current, valid driver's license issued by the resident State, and maintain current motor vehicle liability insurance.
What you bring
diesel engine
construction equipment
driver license
high school
2+ years
problem solving
- Must be honest, reliable, and dependable, and display a positive attitude.
- Able to work standard five-day schedule, including daily overtime and occasional weekend hours as needed.
- Possess and maintain a current, valid state driver’s license. CDL may be required for some field positions.
- Must possess a complete set of basic mechanical hand tools, including drives, sockets, and wrenches.
- Must have the physical ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including protective glasses, protective gloves, and protective clothing and footwear as required by the job.
- Must be able to work independently and/or with others in a team environment.
- Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Accepts responsibility for mistakes or problems. Maintains “ownership” of assigned tasks.
- Demonstrated analytical problem-solving skills.
- Able to lift up to 50-80 pounds occasionally.
- Able to work standard five-day work schedules, including daily overtime, and occasional weekend hours as required.
- All locations offer clean, safe working conditions; however, the position may work in situations where hazards may be present. Therefore, a detailed knowledge of equipment and engines is a must as well as a demonstrated proficiency in service and repair of equipment using standard safety procedures.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude and a high level of personal credibility and integrity with customers, management, and dealership co-workers.
- Diesel engine, construction equipment and/or truck engine training through accredited technical schools or relevant military experience preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Two or more years of previous hands-on equipment and/or engine experience, diagnostics and troubleshooting experience working diesel powered construction equipment or truck engines.
- Pass pre-employment background check, physical exam including drug screen, and meet all physical requirements for the position.
- Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, adaptability, and a strong customer service focus.
- Demonstrate technical knowledge of construction equipment and/or engine mechanical failures.
- Must be able to work well under occasional pressure or within work standards and deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Must be dependable. Consistently arrives at work on time when scheduled, fully ready to work.
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Interview process
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Security clearance- pass pre-employment background check, physical exam, and drug screen
Company
Overview
1944 Founded
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1944, laying the foundation for its growth into a premier Caterpillar dealer.
20,000 sq ft Facility
Post-War Expansion
By 1946, the company had expanded to a 20,000 square foot facility on Murfreesboro Road.
19 Branch Locations
Geographic Reach
Operates 19 branch locations across middle & west Tennessee and northern Mississippi.
60-Ton Press
Machine Shop Capability
Features a 60-ton press and OMAX abrasive waterjet cutting technology.
- The company grew from a GMC truck dealership into a premier Caterpillar dealer.
- Expansion continued in the 1980s with acquisitions in Memphis and Mississippi, cementing its present-day territory.
- Offers equipment sales, rentals, parts, and service.
- Runs a full-service machine shop providing welding, line boring, waterjet cutting, and hydraulic repairs.
- Includes a specialized power division—Thompson Energy Solutions—serving commercial, marine, and industrial generator markets.
- Projects span road building, airport construction, waste management, forestry, mining, agriculture, and microgrid energy systems.
- Consistently adopts new technology, such as Cat’s hydrogen-capable gensets and GPS-enabled compaction equipment.
- Notable clients include major waste management, aggregates, and construction firms, highlighting its work in landfill compaction and site prep.
- We are committed to providing our customers with innovative, reliable, and sustainable solutions.
- We value safety, integrity, teamwork, and excellence.
- We foster an environment of continuous improvement and personal growth.
- We strive to exceed customer expectations through professionalism and respect.
- We embrace diversity and inclusion, understanding that different perspectives drive success.
Net-zero by 2050
Environmental Commitment
Commitment to achieving zero emissions through comprehensive sustainability efforts.
- Committed to reducing energy consumption and enhancing resource efficiency across operations.
- Focused on minimizing waste and adopting sustainable practices in all business areas.
- Supportive of clean energy and sustainable technologies in various industries.
- Initiatives are in place to support a diverse and inclusive workforce.
- An inclusive culture is promoted where all employees feel valued and respected.
- Gender-related data or outcomes have not been publicly disclosed.
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