Apprentice Diesel Mechanic Jobs

Job Overview

The Apprenticeship Program is a targeted 12-month program committed to cultivating and developing future Technicians and Mechanics. The program is designed to challenge and grow individuals through a series of core components including on-the-job training, classroom learning, assigned Sr. Leadership mentors/peer coaches, and other avenues for learning. We hope to inspire a purpose-driven career and look forward to your interest in the program. The Apprentice Technician will learn preventive maintenance and repair on different types of equipment. This role will be enrolled in a training program that will provide on the job and classroom training. This role will prepare teammates for the opportunity to progress into a full-time mechanic/technician role with demonstrated experience in the area of interest.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned
• Travels to other areas within the territory learn from various leaders and experienced Mechanics and Technicians.
• Demonstrates business acumen and successful understanding of each milestone through an assessment on completion of learning objectives and leadership feedback throughout the course of the program. Upon completion of the Apprenticeship Program, future placement within the organization will be based on the application process, performance assessments, skillsets, and business needs.
• Demonstrates and reports out on assigned learning objectives. Spends time with assigned peer coach and is assigned learning objectives and key milestone for each rotation. Meets key milestones through demonstrating proficiency and critical thinking skills in each area. Provides a high level of service to both internal and external customers. Communicates regularly with leader and assigned peer coach.
• Performs some electrical, mechanical diagnostic and repair of customer vehicles and equipment under direction of assigned mentor, including material handling, trailers, and diesel-powered equipment
• Completes required coursework and maintains outlined performance standards both in the classroom and on the job.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Must have a valid drivers license
• Dependable, trustworthy, timely, self-starter, communication, able to take and understand instruction
• Needs to complete CDL A by the end of the 1 year program

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

Work Environment

Noisy, wet, and extreme temperature environment