Diesel Shop Apprentice - Learn Maintenance & Diagnostics

Atlantic Detroit Diesel Allison; Westfield (CT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Holidays

Vacation

Employee assistance program

Medical programs

Dental programs

Vision programs

FSA

Life insurance

Disability (STD)

Disability (LTD)

Flexible schedules

Sick leave

Uniforms

Safety-shoe allowance

Prescription safety glasses allowance

Job summary

Atlantic Detroit Diesel Allison is offering a compressor/apprentice style program in Connecticut where entrants learn preventive maintenance and basic mechanical repairs on customer equipment, guided by senior technicians. The role starts at $27 per hour with quarterly increases during a 15‑month apprenticeship.

Successful completion graduates to Shop Technician I, with a clear progression path and a broad benefits package described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Dependable and trustworthy.
• Ability to organize and complete work within deadlines.
• Clear written communication.
• Effective spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Learn basic parts, processes, and maintenance techniques as instructed by senior technicians.
• Assist senior technicians to troubleshoot and diagnose routine problems.
• Retrieve parts and supplies for senior technicians.
• Learn to complete work orders and time sheets accurately and on time.
• Provide assistance on larger jobs with senior technicians.
• Support day-to-day shop operations and clean work areas.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Dependable

Time management

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Atlantic Detroit Diesel Allison is offering a compressor/apprentice style program in Connecticut where entrants learn preventive maintenance and basic mechanical repairs on customer equipment, guided by senior technicians. The role starts at $27 per hour with quarterly increases during a 15‑month apprenticeship.

Successful completion graduates to Shop Technician I, with a clear progression path and a broad benefits package described in the posting.