Diesel Technician Apprentice — Learn & Build Skills

Boyd Company; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Boyd Company in Jeffersonville, IN is seeking a part-time mechanic's helper who will work under the direct supervision of an experienced mechanic to assist with maintenance, repairs, and rebuilding of Caterpillar or assigned equipment. This entry-level position is designed for students enrolled in an approved diesel technology program who want hands-on shop experience while pursuing their degree.

Compensation is up to $27.45 per hour and safety and teamwork are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and comprehend repair manuals.
• Ability to use micrometer and other basic measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Performs various mechanical functions, under supervision, to make repairs or rebuild components using appropriate tooling.
• Operates construction machinery to move same in and out of shop service bays and test for performance.
• Operates material handling equipment as required.
• Reads and comprehends technical data/service manuals and writes legibly.
• Learn to use all test equipment and procedures to correctly and safely make repairs.
• Keep work area clean and orderly while following all work safety rules and procedures.
• Project a positive company image by interacting with fellow employees, customers, and management in a cooperative, supportive and courteous manner; display an attitude of professionalism; comply with company dress code.
• Ensure accuracy of work orders by charging parts and labor to proper work order segment.
• Accumulates contaminated dirt and filters in drums.Complete stock transfer and transport full drums by fork-lift to Hazardous Waste Storage area.
• Recommend to manager ideas to improve the departments operating procedures or business practices and participate in and support continuous improvement of all related activities and processes
• Project a positive image by interacting with fellow employees, customers, and management in a cooperative, supportive, and courteous manner; display a professional attitude; comply with company dress code.
• Create and maintain good communications (verbally and in writing) and relationships with other company departments, branches, employees, outside vendors, and customers by addressing and resolving concerns quickly
• Lifts parts and equipment components that weigh a maximum of 70 pounds when assisting mechanics or working alone to make repairs to equipment.
• Follow all work, safety rules, and procedures
• Perform other duties as necessary and assigned

Skills

Read repair manuals

Manual reading ability

Education

Post-secondary Diesel Technology program (pursuing)

Tools

Micrometer

Measuring tools

Job description

Boyd Company in Jeffersonville, IN is seeking a part-time mechanic's helper who will work under the direct supervision of an experienced mechanic to assist with maintenance, repairs, and rebuilding of Caterpillar or assigned equipment. This entry-level position is designed for students enrolled in an approved diesel technology program who want hands-on shop experience while pursuing their degree.

Compensation is up to $27.45 per hour and safety and teamwork are emphasized.