Service Technician Apprentice

Job Description

Work Schedule: Part time or Full Time, will work with school schedule with more hours available during breaks.

The Service Technician Apprentice reports directly to the Lead Mechanic. A Service Technician Apprentice is skilled in the use of tools but lacks advanced experience and knowledge necessary for the more in-depth repair and rebuilding of equipment and generally assists more skilled technicians and does other duties as assigned. A Service Technician Apprentice will have closer supervision initially, but will be developed to be more independent in their work.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

1. Responsible for the completion of work assignments: Must be able to demonstrate measurable improvement. Demonstrates the ability to use online parts books and service manuals. Demonstrates the ability to read and use all measuring devices such as dial indicators, micrometers, calipers, voltmeter, and pressure gauges, or such devices that are commonly used in work assigned. Capable of properly starting and operating equipment sold and serviced by the company.
2. Complies with routine reporting requirements: Completes appropriate paperwork regarding work assignments. Fully understands the use and purpose of all forms pertinent to the Service Technicians in the Service Department. Such forms include, but are not limited to: service reports, parts order forms, parts return forms, shippers & receivers forms, work orders and time cards.
3. Maintains communications with Lead Mechanic and co-workers regarding work orders: Establishes and maintains communications with the Lead Mechanic and co-workers regarding assigned work orders and pertinent details regarding those work orders. Works compatibly with other personnel of the Company, and is able to understand and properly execute instructions given.
4. Responsible for maintaining an organized and safe work station: Conducts an ongoing inspection of work area, organizing work station and removing unsafe conditions.
5. Responsible for following all safety procedures and maintaining MSHA compliance.
6. Performs other miscellaneous duties as required: Gives assistance to other department personnel as required. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Branch Supervisor/Shop Manager. May be assigned to specialize in specific areas.

Job Information:

Shift: Days
Hours: Flexible with school schedule Monday through Friday, some Saturdays possible
Location: Florence, TX

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able to occasionally lift 75 pounds from floor to chest. The employee must have the ability to reach and use the arms within a full range of motion in order to reach all working areas. The employee must have the ability to endure prolonged stooping, kneeling, crouching and squatting while performing mechanical operations. The employee must be able to exert push/pull forces with the arms in order to use various wrenches and tools. The employee must be able to endure prolonged forward and overhead arm positions while performing mechanical operations. The employee must be able to use the hands to grasp hand tools and parts. The employee must have the ability to climb onto and operate equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, with occasional loudness when equipment is running.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities – are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent education level is required. Working toward, or having just completed an Associates Degree Program in diesel/heavy equipment repair.

SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to leaders and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.