Overview
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: Orange County Landfill Sites -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
4:30am 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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