Diesel Technician Apprentice (Diesel Training Program)

Jarrett Fleet Services offers a great work environment, a competitive atmosphere, and an awesome benefits package!
Jarrett Fleet Services offers a great work environment, a competitive atmosphere, and an awesome benefits package! We are currently hiring for a Diesel Technician Apprentice at our Seville location. Have you always wanted to get into the Diesel Tech field but don't have the experience? We will train you! Join our 13-week training program, and finish with classroom and on-the-job experience that will launch your career in this field.
Jarrett Fleet Services is part of a growing family of companies based in Orrville, OH. Our areas of business include transportation management, fitness, food service, and trailer and truck repair. We offer our employees the best place to work (we consistently receive a Top Workplaces award from The Plain Dealer)!
THE COMPANY:
Jarrett Fleet Services has consistently been recognized by The Plain Dealer as one of the Top 100 Places to Work in Northeast Ohio.
Our core values are at the heart of our company and set our people apart as the great among the good.
We believe in work-life balance, creating a great place to work, and doing great things for our customers every day.
REQUIREMENTS:

• An upcoming or recent graduate of a mechanical trade school or vocational school preferred
• Ability to work individually or in teams
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Skilled in the operation of power tools and machinery
• Advanced knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment utilized in maintenance repair
• Ability to read and interpret documents

Physical Demand:
The employee may continuously lift, move, or carry a minimum of 50 pounds, up to 100 pounds. This position may also require the use of hands for frequent simple grasping, fine manipulation, and power grasping. Reaching is frequently required at waist level and below waist level. The employee will frequently need to bend, kneel, balance, or squat. The employee will be performing a variety of physical labor including (but not limited to) climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, reaching, and standing for long periods of time; lift and carry boxes, tools, equipment and materials.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with diesel mechanic team to provide updates and repairs to diesel trucks and engines
• Determine corrective action of maintenance through repair manuals and experience
• Maintain tools and/or equipment to ensure the availability of the equipment in safe operating condition
• Safely operate vehicles of various sizes in the loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment
• Adhere to all company health and safety policies
• Utilize electronic diagnostic tools and computer software to assist in the troubleshooting and repair of heavy-duty truck engine, braking, electrical, cooling, and exhaust systems
• Perform maintenance service and repairs on Diesel trucks and engines
• Maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency in all maintenance
• Uses hydraulic jacks or hoist to gain access to the underside of the unit to aid in the removal or replacement of assemblies such as engines, transmissions, differentials, springs, etc.
• Use tools such as common hand and power tools, hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches
• Inspect, operate, or test equipment to diagnose malfunctions
• The person hired for this position will be included on the rotation for the Jarrett Fleet Services Service Truck.
• Maintain appropriate records of activities

THE LOCATION:
This position is based in Seville, OH. This is a great place to live because of the small-town feel, proximity to larger cities, and low cost of living.
EEOC Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
Disclaimer: This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.