Diesel Service Apprentice / Mechanic

Murphy-Hoffman Company; Wilmington (NC, DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Diesel Service Apprentice / Mechanic to join their team in North Carolina. This entry-level role offers the opportunity to perform light maintenance work under supervision while gaining essential skills for a future career as a Service Technician. The company fosters a supportive environment, providing on-the-job training and opportunities for internal promotion. If you are eager to learn and grow in the diesel service field, this position is a great starting point for your career.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k and Profit Sharing with Employer Match

Flexible Spending Account

Internal Promotion Opportunities

On the Job Training

Qualifications

• Must perform maintenance work under supervision.
• Assist in heavy-duty truck repair and attend training sessions.

Responsibilities

• Perform light maintenance work and assist Service Technician.
• Maintain a neat work area and handle tools properly.

Skills

Preventive Maintenance

Electrical Repairs

Heavy-Duty Truck Repair

Tool Handling

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Training

Job description

Job Details

Job Title

Diesel Service Apprentice / Mechanic

Business Function

Service

Branch Name

MHC Kenworth-Wilmington

Date

03-24-2025

Address

200 Sutton Steam Plant Road

City

Wilmington

State

NC

Job Overview & Essential Functions

Murphy-Hoffman Company, LLC is North America's largest Kenworth truck dealership group and leasing group. As MHC continues to grow, we have an opening for a Diesel Service Apprentice / Mechanic. The role of the Diesel Service Apprentice / Mechanic performs light maintenance work under close supervision. First stage of training for Service Technician status.

• Performs maintenance type work (i.e. preventive maintenance, pre-delivery inspections, light electrical repairs, etc.) under supervision.
• Assists Service Technician in heavy-duty truck repair.
• Attends training sessions to gain knowledge and experience.
• Maintains a neat and orderly work area and properly handles company tools.
• Performs other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

SAFETY-SENSITIVE

This position has been designated as a safety-sensitive position. Any person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana or any other illegal drug may constitute a threat to health or safety or in which a lapse of attention could result in injury, illness, or death, including without limitation a position that includes the operating, repairing, maintaining, or monitoring of heavy equipment, machinery, aircraft, motorized watercraft, or motor vehicles or handling of hazardous materials and/or waste as part of the job duties.

Qualifications

• Performs maintenance type work (i.e. preventive maintenance, pre-delivery inspections, light electrical repairs, etc.) under supervision.
• Assists Service Technician in heavy-duty truck repair.
• Attends training sessions to gain knowledge and experience.
• Maintains a neat and orderly work area and properly handles company tools.
• Performs other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off program
• 401k and Profit Sharing with Employer Match
• Flexible Spending Account
• Internal Promotion Opportunities
• On the Job Training

About Us

MHC is an expansion of the original company, Ozark Kenworth, Inc. Ozark Kenworth started in Springfield, Missouri, in January 1975. Opening for business without a Parts or Service department and only three employees in a temporary facility. From there, the company grew and expanded. MHC is now a multi-state network of full-service diesel truck dealerships, leasing and rental operations, transport refrigeration locations, and a finance company which offers a complete array of finance and insurance services. We believe in fostering an environment that helps employees realize their full potential - a place where you can grow as a person and a professional.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled