Benefits:

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job Posting – Formal Request

Position Title: Compact Equipment Technician II – (25–120+ hp)

Location: The Cornerstone Equipment Co. – Carthage, NC 28327 (New Store – Opening Q1 2026)

Department: Service

Reports To: Service Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Posting Date: January, 2026

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Company Overview

The Cornerstone Equipment Co., an independent, high-growth dealership representing Bobcat, Grasshopper, STIHL, ECHO, and Husqvarna, is rapidly scaling from our flagship store in Oakboro, NC, to multiple locations. Our new Carthage, NC location will be our second full-line store and is open as of Q1 2026.

Our company is built on the foundational values of honesty and integrity, where customers are our #1 priority and our employees are the ones who make that promise real every day — every piece of equipment, every relationship, every time.

Position Summary

Opening-day, in-shop (not field) technician dedicated to Bobcat compact construction and agricultural equipment 60–120+ hp:

Wheel loaders (L65, L75, L85, L95)

Track loaders (T66, T76, T86, T870, T1100)

Compact excavators (E88, E145, E165)

Telehandlers (TL619, TL723, TL923)

Toolcat utility work machines and all related attachments

Compact and Utility Tractors (Cat 1 + Cat 2)

Primary Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair Bobcat Tier 4 & Stage V diesel engines (D24, D34, D38, D42, etc.)

Full hydraulic system service — high-flow, load-sense, pilot controls, auxiliary circuits

Advanced electrical & CANbus diagnostics using Bobcat Service Analyzer and laptop software

Pneumatic systems on applicable models

Overhaul and calibrate joysticks, EH controls, ride control, and self-leveling systems

Perform major component R&R (pumps, motors, cylinders, final drives)

Complete hourly services and structural warranty repairs

Document all work in ASPEN DMS with photos for maximum warranty recovery

Required Qualifications

Minimum 5 years heavy-line experience on compact construction/ag equipment

Bobcat Master Service Technician or equivalent factory training on 25+ hp machines

Expert-level electrical diagnostics (CANbus, schematics, Service Analyzer, oscilloscope)

Advanced hydraulics — load-sensing systems, pilot pressure testing, flow/pressure calibration

Proven ability to consistently achieve 120%+ technician efficiency

Personal toolbox with metric/SAE sockets, diagnostic laptop capability, and Bobcat-specific specialty tools

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Successful completion of a drug screening is a condition of employment

Preferred Qualifications

Current Bobcat Master Service Technician certification

Bobcat Advanced Diagnostics & Programming credentials

Experience with Doosan portable power or Bobcat grounds maintenance crossover

Previous dealership warranty administrator experience

Certifications & Training

Technician is expected to maintain Bobcat Master status and achieve Bobcat Advanced Diagnostics within 12 months.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual base salary: $35-$45/hr

Paid time off + major holidays

Career advancement path: Compact Equipment Tech → Lead Tech → Service Manager → Owner-Operator Academy

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Seasonal Rotating Saturdays 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

How to Apply

Submit resume and professional references to:

info@cornerstoneequipment.com

Subject line: “Compact Equipment Technician II – Bobcat – Carthage – [Your Name]”

Applications may also be submitted in person at the Carthage Location.

The Cornerstone Equipment Co. is an equal opportunity employer.