Apprentice Shop Service Technician

HOLT CAT; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

HOLT CAT in San Antonio, TX is seeking an Apprentice Shop Service Technician to begin on-the-job training while learning and developing as a technician. The role emphasizes alignment with company values, collaboration, and ongoing self-development.

You will gain hands-on experience maintaining and repairing heavy equipment, with supervision from service leadership, while attending Technical and Soft Skills classes as part of your development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to learn various repair procedures on mechanical equipment.
• Strong reading and writing skills; able to communicate clearly.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and development.
• Ability to follow directions and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Gains knowledge of and assists with the maintenance and repair of heavy equipment
• Assists with installation, repairs, maintenance, and replacement of mechanical and electrical components
• Examines and test equipment, components, and parts to ensure proper functioning
• Adjusts, connects, or disconnects wiring, piping, tubing, and other parts
• Attends Technical and Soft Skill classes and successfully incorporates skills learned
• Maintains safety training and procedures
• Receives coaching, mentoring, and feedback from service leadership
• Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Basic arithmetic

Computer software and hardware

Clear communication

Reading and writing

Following directions

Coaching and feedback

Repair procedure learning

Reading comprehension

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary: The Apprentice Shop Service Technician will perform on-the-job training (OJT) while learning and developing as a technician.

The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis:

• Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values;
• Collaborate with key internal/external resources;
• Participate in ongoing self-development.

Department: Machine Division (MAC)

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: San Antonio

Address: 5665 SE Loop 410, San Antonio, Texas, 78222

Workplace type: Onsite

Reporting To: Eduardo Rodriguez

Essential Functions

• Gains knowledge of and assists with the maintenance and repair of heavy equipment
• Assists with installation, repairs, maintenance, and replacement of mechanical and electrical components
• Examines and test equipment, components, and parts to ensure proper functioning
• Adjusts, connects, or disconnect wiring, piping, tubing, and other parts
• Attends Technical and Soft Skill classes and successfully incorporates skills learned
• Maintains safety training and procedures
• Receives coaching, mentoring, and feedback from service leadership
• Requires regular and punctual employee attendance
• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic arithmetic and its applications
• Knowledge of computer software and hardware applications
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to read, write, and interpret information
• Ability to follow directions and guidelines
• Ability to receive coaching, mentoring, and feedback from Service Leadership
• Ability to learn many different types of repair procedures on a variety of mechanical equipment
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
• Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Travel:

• Very limited travel and overnight stays are expected for this position

Physical Requirements:

• Visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination, and manual dexterity necessary to operate equipment
• Routinely moves materials or equipment weighing up to 30 pounds
• Must be able to move objects, and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue
• Ascend/descend with gradual or continuous progress by oneself, using both hands and feet and climb up and down ladders
• Be able to safely maneuver and work around equipment
• Routinely reacts to visual, auditory, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work

Work Environment:

• Regularly works indoors and outdoors around moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to weather extremes when working outside in conditions that include inclement weather, heat, cold, and humidity
• Uses of hand and power tools to complete tasks
• Noise level may be loud at times and may be exposed to whole body vibration
• Exposure to small quantities of chemicals, steam, high-pressure water, and high speed rotating equipment
• May spend time in stationary, confined, and high places

Disclaimer

Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.

About HOLT CAT

HOLT CAT is the authorized Caterpillar heavy equipment and engine dealer for 118 counties in South, Central, North and East Texas. Established in 1933, HOLT sells, services and rents Cat equipment, engines, generators and trucks for construction, mining, industrial, petroleum and agricultural applications. HOLT sells Caterpillar used equipment worldwide and fabricates its own line of custom engineered products including land management products and water tankers. Additionally, HOLT is a dealer for Link-Belt Cranes, Trimble Heavy and Highway construction products and AccuGrade grade-control systems. The Holt name has been associated with heavy equipment and Caterpillar for over 100 years. HOLT CAT owners, Peter J. Holt and Corinna Holt Richter are direct descendants of Benjamin Holt, who in 1904 developed the first successful track-type tractor which he named the "Caterpillar." HOLT CAT has come to be synonymous with quality, integrity and commitment to customer service. The HOLT CAT team is committed to providing rock solid stability with superior products and services from The Red River to the Rio Grande.