Apprentice Technician - Second shift

Hyster Yaledealernetworkcareers; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an apprentice technician to join their team in Raleigh. This role offers a unique opportunity to learn through hands-on training and classes, focusing on routine mechanical repairs for construction equipment. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate mechanical aptitude. You will gain exposure to safety practices, shop operations, and the use of various tools while working alongside experienced technicians. If you're eager to develop your skills in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED required for the role.
• Must have mechanical inclination and basic knowledge from schooling or experience.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform routine mechanical repairs on construction equipment.
• Utilize safety practices and handle shop equipment effectively.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Problem-Solving Skills

Cognitive Reasoning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Caterpillar Information Systems

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The primary function of the apprentice technician is to learn through classes and hands-on training how to perform routine mechanical repairs on construction equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Learn/utilize safety practices associated with shop operations and usage of various types of shop equipment and shop tooling. Learn required PPE for different shop situations.
• Learn and understand basic business concepts associated with the service department. Learn and complete proper service documentation as required. This will include time entry, service reports, part order forms and returns, core tags and warranty tags.
• Exposure/utilization of the Caterpillar information systems to assist with diagnostics, troubleshooting, assembly/disassembly process, ordering parts, etc.
• Learn/utilize logical troubleshooting procedures using information provided in the Cat network or from external sources. This information should include computer diagnostics, troubleshooting guides, wiring schematics and disassembly/assembly guidelines.
• Use hand & power tools to remove, install, replace, rebuild, repair, & test.
• Perform routine repairs on construction equipment.
• Use hand & power tools to disassemble/reassemble parts or equipment, drain fluids into tubs, clean parts with rags, cleaners, and power washer.
• Climb up onto, under, & into equipment, use hand & power tools to disassemble/reassemble equipment.
• Assist other GPEC technicians with larger equipment repairs.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Must have a high school education or GED.

Work Experience: Must be mechanically inclined and have good basic knowledge obtained through schooling or work experience.

Physical: Must be able to daily and repeatedly stoop, kneel, bend and climb onto and underneath various equipment to perform diagnosis and repairs; must be able to effectively see to perform repairs, research technical manuals, and develop written repair work order reports. Must be able to routinely and physically lift/position various parts to perform repairs/service and manually handle parts up to 112 pounds, as well as use mechanical hoist for heavier parts.

Other: Must be able to effectively write repair activities on customer work orders; must have cognitive reasoning and problem-solving skills to apply knowledge, written information and verbal instructions in repairing/servicing unusual and/or unknown technical equipment operational problems; should have exposure to P.C. base equipment and parts information; capable of learning and understanding technical information, service manuals and reports.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Your supervisor may request and assign you similar duties. Any major modification of this job role requires Human Resources approval.