Earthmoving Apprentice Technician - Grow Mechanical Career

Jobtailor; Auckland; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job Training

Trade School Attendance

Career Development

Job summary

Jobtailor in Auckland is seeking an apprentice to assist qualified technicians with inspection, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of heavy equipment and machinery. You will learn to diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults while safely operating workshop tools and lifting devices.

You will attend trade school and maintain training records as part of a structured apprenticeship. You will work across service areas, gain broad industry experience, and demonstrate commitment to

Qualifications

• Enrolled in, or committed to completing, a Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering.
• Interest in mechanical equipment, heavy machinery, and long-term trade career.
• Strong literacy, numeracy, and basic computer skills.
• Ability to complete training and workplace documentation.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and follow safety procedures.
• Willingness to learn via structured training, on-the-job experience, and trade school attendance.
• Reliable, motivated, and team-oriented with a positive attitude.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified technicians with inspection, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of heavy equipment and machinery.
• Learn to diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults.
• Safely operate workshop tools, equipment, and lifting devices.
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment.
• Successfully complete apprenticeship training and attend required trade school.
• Maintain training records.
• Work across different service areas and participate in on-the-job training.
• Build broad industry experience.
• Demonstrate commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical Fault Diagnosis

Pneumatic Fault Diagnosis

Electrical Fault Diagnosis

Workshop Tool Operation

Training Record Maintenance

Education

Certificate In Heavy Automotive Engineering

Tools

Lifting Devices

Workshop Tools

Job description

Jobtailor in Auckland is seeking an apprentice to assist qualified technicians with inspection, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of heavy equipment and machinery. You will learn to diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical faults while safely operating workshop tools and lifting devices.

You will attend trade school and maintain training records as part of a structured apprenticeship. You will work across service areas, gain broad industry experience, and demonstrate commitment to