Apprentice Technician: Hands-On Heavy Equipment Repair

Gregory Poole Equipment Company in; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Gregory Poole Equipment Company in Raleigh, NC, seeks an apprentice technician to learn through classes and hands-on training how to perform routine mechanical repairs on construction equipment.

You will gain experience with safety practices, documentation, and Caterpillar diagnostics while working alongside experienced technicians in our service department. This entry-level role offers exposure to repair processes, equipment teardown/assembly, and hands-on tool usage.

Qualifications

• Must have high school education or GED.
• Must be mechanically inclined and have basic knowledge obtained through schooling or work experience.
• Ability to lift or position parts up to 112 pounds and operate mechanical hoists as required.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform routine mechanical repairs on construction equipment.
• Learn and utilize safety practices and PPE for shop operations.
• Complete service documentation including time entries, service reports, part orders, returns, and warranty tags.
• Use Caterpillar information systems for diagnostics, ordering parts, and documentation.
• Assist technicians with larger equipment repairs and disassembly/reassembly tasks.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Caterpillar information systems

Job description

Gregory Poole Equipment Company in Raleigh, NC, seeks an apprentice technician to learn through classes and hands-on training how to perform routine mechanical repairs on construction equipment.

You will gain experience with safety practices, documentation, and Caterpillar diagnostics while working alongside experienced technicians in our service department. This entry-level role offers exposure to repair processes, equipment teardown/assembly, and hands-on tool usage.