Apprentice Shop Tech - CO

Southwest Jcb; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Basic Life insurance

Voluntary Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Overtime available

401k with company match

Career development opportunities

And much, much more!

Job summary

Southwest JCB is seeking a Shop Apprentice [Level I] in Commerce City, CO to join the Service department. The role focuses on preventative maintenance, diagnosing equipment, and completing repairs by replacing defective parts while delivering top customer service.

The position offers hands-on training with JCB and non-JCB equipment, with opportunities for skill advancement through online and in-person training. A safety-minded, independent worker is preferred.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years experience repairing and maintaining construction equipment and/or diesel engines.
• Hydraulic, electrical, and drive train experience is a plus.
• Welding (Stick, MIG, TIG) and cutting torch use is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Computer literacy and IT familiarity for documentation.
• Ability to communicate, prioritize and manage time.
• Capable of working independently without direct supervision.
• Physically able to lift up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Work in a shop environment on JCB and non-JCB machines.
• Diagnose and repair equipment and components.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance.
• Order parts to complete repairs correctly the first time.
• Document processes for warranty and service procedures.
• Communicate repair progress to Service Manager and customers.
• Operate company vehicles and maintain assets safely.
• Become proficient with diagnostic resources and portals.
• Complete paperwork such as work orders and parts orders.

Skills

Experience repair/maintenance

Welding

Electrical systems

Communication

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cutting torch

Welding equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Commerce City - Commerce City, CO 80022

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $17.00 - $23.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Any

Shop Service Apprentice/Heavy Equipment

Title

Shop Apprentice [Level I]

Job Type

Hourly / Non-Exempt

Department

Service

Location

Commerce City, CO 80022

Supervisor

Service Manager

Compensation

DOE $17 to $23

SUMMARY

As a Shop Apprentice for Southwest JCB, you will be an integral service department member. The position’s primary focus is to perform quality preventative maintenance activities, diagnose and troubleshoot assigned equipment, and complete repairs through the replacement of defective parts while providing the highest level of customer service and satisfaction. The shop apprentice will diagnose and repair various JCB and non JCB equipment and components in a shop environment, completing all required documentation. In addition, various inspections, new machine preparation procedures, installation of attachments on machines, and machine movements on the yard are duties to perform. JCB North America offers various machine specific online pre-requisite modules and both virtual and in person training opportunities that Shop Apprentices are expected to complete in order to advance their skill sets, pay scale, and careers with Southwest JCB.

Responsibilities

• Work in a shop environment on various JCB and non JCB machines as assigned
• Diagnose and repair equipment and components
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on JCB equipment in a shop environment as directed, following outlined procedures and completion of proper documentation
• Properly request required parts to get the repair fixed the first time correctly
• Using company provided IT hardware, properly document various processes for compliance with JCBNA warranty, new machine intake, and machine sale procedures
• Communicate the progress of repairs with the Service Manager and the customer to ensure top customer satisfaction
• Use of company vehicles and special tooling properly, including maintaining all company-owned assets in a clean and safe manner
• Become proficient with all electronic systems, portals, tooling, and diagnostic resources to be effective in the role
• Completing all paperwork promptly, including work orders, parts orders, time, etc.
• Account for 40% or greater time on duty against work orders or warranty claims
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Other duties and projects as assigned by direct management

Qualifications

• A minimum of 0 - 2 years of experience repairing and maintaining construction equipment and/or diesel engines (substitute graduation from a technical trade school for experience
• Hydraulic, Electrical, and Drive Train experience a plus
• Ability to weld (Stick, MIG, TIG) and use of a cutting torch, or the willingness and ability to learn these skills is a plus
• A high school diploma or equivalent and basic math skills.
• Computer literate with the ability to process information, learn systems, and develop skills in the use of IT hardware
• Ability to communicate, prioritize and maintain time management.
• Capable of accomplishing tasks independently without direct supervision.
• Physically able to perform duties and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Maintain a great attitude toward work.
• Adheres to company policies, procedures, and practices as required.
• Work in a wide range of environmental & ground conditions, including extreme heat and extreme cold
• Acceptable driving record.
• A history of safe work habits.
• Driven, self-motivated, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Valid Driver’s License/Acceptable Driving Record.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage (employer sponsored)
• Basic Life insurance (employer sponsored)
• Voluntary Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Overtime available based on business demand
• 401k with a company match of 50% of your contribution (up to 6% of your current salary)
• Career development opportunities through completion of required trainings and work product to advance to Journeyman and Master Level technician roles
• And much, much more!

Wage Range

Apprentice [Tech Level 1] – Entry level with 0 – 2 years’ experience D.O.E. $17.00 to $23.00