Diesel Heavy Equipment Student Technician Apprentice
BOYD CAT
JACKSON, OH
Job Details
ONET Code:
49-3031.00
Job Posted:
March 13, 2025
Summary
Diesel Heavy Equipment Student Technician ApprenticeDESCRIPTION:The Student Technician Apprentice will build technical education and technical work experience to further develop specific technical skills through a defined curriculum of classroom technical training, on-line training courses and on the-job-training This is an exciting career opportunity for motivated individuals interested in learning Caterpillar’s Technician tradeThe Student Technician Apprentice position is an entry-level and early-career training position designed to develop skilled Shop Technicians through Boyd’s Technician Career Development Path The program is set up whereas a student will rotate after 4 weeks of instruction in the Louisville Training Center to a hosting Boyd location There will be a total of 8 weeks unpaid classroom instruction and 4-week paid internship The Student Technician Apprentice reports to members of the Training department and their Shop Supervisor/Store Manager At the end of the program the learner will graduate to become an Apprentice Technician Ultimately, the goal of the START Program is to reach Shop Technician I or Field Technician status, by following our Career Development PathsCompensation up to: $2400 per hour REQUIREMENTS:High school diploma or equivalent requiredPossess and maintain a current, valid state driver’s licenseMust be able to pass drug screen and background checkWillingness to learn and be trainedExcellent interpersonal skills, and written and verbal communication skillsAble to communicate with team members and customersGood working knowledge of computers, spreadsheets, word processing programsHighly self-directedMust be dependable Consistently arrives at work on time when scheduled, fully ready to workAttend and participate in all meetings, trainings, and activities as requiredMust be honest, reliable, and dependable, and display a positive attitudeAssist work team to meet the objectives of the department and the CompanyAbility to work independently or in a team environment with rapidly changing priorities and demandsKnow 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 activitiesSafety glasses, steel-toe boots, safety vests, etc, when appropriate or required per shop, customer or site locationESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Learn to read and interpret technical instruction, service and safety manuals, company policies and proceduresWork with mechanical, hydraulic, and electric/electronic schematics and wiring diagrams and demonstrate proficiency in the use of test equipmentResponsible for high-quality academic standings and maintaining a high-quality of moralsReview and send reports in a timely manner, ensuring maximum value for work performedRespond to all customer requests in a professional and courteous, timely and responsive mannerKeep manager continually informed to assist in answering customer questions and problems when necessaryPerforms various mechanical functions, under supervision, to make repairs or rebuild components using appropriate toolingOperates material handling equipment as requiredReads and comprehends technical data/service manuals and writes legiblyLearn to use all test equipment and procedures to correctly and safely make repairsKeep work area clean and orderly while following all work safety rules and proceduresProject a positive company image by interacting with fellow employees, customers, and management in a cooperative, supportive and courteous manner; display an attitude of professionalism; comply with company dress codeEnsure accuracy of work orders by charging parts and labor to proper work order segmentAbility to lift a maximum of 70 pounds occasionally, or utilize assistance for lifting parts and equipment componentsObtain a set of basic mechanic hand tools, including drives, sockets, and wrenches* (Company options/resources available)*Graduates of the program have the potential to own an Apprentice Toolbox after meeting required employment timelines and performance standards that will include basic mechanic hand tools, drives, sockets, and wrenchesMaintain a high degree of discretion in handling confidential/sensitive information and exercise initiative in all assigned areas, high integrity and accountability standardsSupports the organization’s mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: Safety, Enthusiasm, Respect, Velocity, Integrity, Commitment, and ExcellenceAccepts responsibility for mistakes or problems Maintains “ownership” of assigned tasksDemonstrate professionalism, integrity adaptability, and a strong customer service focusDemonstrates a sense of urgency and self-initiative and the personal drive to be successfulRecommend to manager ideas to improve the departments operating procedures or business practices and participate in and support continuous improvement of all related activities and processesProject a positive image by interacting with fellow employees, customers, and management in a cooperative, supportive, and courteous manner; display a professional attitude; comply with company dress codeCreate and maintain good communications (verbally and in writing) and relationships with other company departments, branches, employees, outside vendors, and customers by addressing and resolving concerns quicklyFollow all work, safety rules, and proceduresPerform other duties as necessary and assigned