Apprentice Heavy Equipment Technician

Boyd Company; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Company in Louisville, KY is seeking a mechanic’s helper to support experienced technicians with maintenance, repairs and rebuilding of Caterpillar and allied equipment. You will operate under direct supervision and gradually gain independence as you become qualified.

Responsibilities include reading repair manuals, using a micrometer and other basic measuring tools, lifting parts, and helping with repairs in a safe, efficient manner.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One-year previous mechanical experience preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend repair manuals.
• Ability to use micrometer and other basic measuring tools.
• Must be able to work overtime including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lifts parts and equipment components that weigh no more than 50 pounds when assisting mechanics or working alone to make repairs to equipment.
• Performs various mechanical functions, under supervision, to make repairs or rebuild components using appropriate tooling.
• Operates construction machinery to move same in and out of shop service bays and test.
• Operates material handling equipment as required.
• Learns to use all test equipment and procedures to correctly and safely make repairs.
• Keeps work area clean and orderly; follows all work safety rules and procedures.
• Projects a positive company image by interacting with fellow employees, customers, and management in a cooperative, supportive and courteous manner; displays an attitude of professionalism; complies with company dress code.
• Ensures accuracy of work orders by charging parts and labor to proper work order segment.
• Can stand for long periods of time.
• Can get up and down repeatedly.
• Can get into and work in tight areas.
• Perform other duties as necessary and assigned

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading manuals

Measuring tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometer

Measuring tools

Job description

Boyd Company in Louisville, KY is seeking a mechanic’s helper to support experienced technicians with maintenance, repairs and rebuilding of Caterpillar and allied equipment. You will operate under direct supervision and gradually gain independence as you become qualified.

Responsibilities include reading repair manuals, using a micrometer and other basic measuring tools, lifting parts, and helping with repairs in a safe, efficient manner.