Diesel Technician College Internship

City of Charlotte; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms and tools

An opportunity to support theCommunity

An opportunity to work with supportive

and talented mentors

Job summary

The City of Charlotte’s Fleet Management Division is seeking a CPCC student for an internship focused on diesel technician work. You will assist with routine maintenance, basic repairs, and diagnostics under experienced mentors. The role supports two shifts five days a week, with opportunities to schedule around classes.

Hourly pay is $21/hour, and interns receive uniforms and tools, and the chance to learn from skilled mentors while supporting the community.

Qualifications

• A desire to learn.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Mechanical aptitude to work on large equipment including solid waste trucks, fire trucks and other large equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced technicians with routine maintenance and repairs, such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and basic troubleshooting.
• Learn to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues under supervision.
• Utilize and learn to safely operate various tools and equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist with documenting work performed in a fleet management information system.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and company policies and procedures.

Skills

Desire to learn

Follow instructions

Mechanical aptitude

Education

College student enrolled at CPCC

Job description

Department: General Services Department Salary: $19.50 - $21.10 Commensurate with Experience

Welcome to the City of Charlotte Charlotte is America’s Queen City, opening her arms to a diverse and inclusive community of residents, businesses and visitors alike. Here you will find a safe, family-oriented city where people work together to help everyone thrive. The mission of the City of Charlotte is to deliver quality public services and promote the safety, health, and quality of life for all residents.

Guiding principles

• Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce
• Valuing teamwork, openness, accountability, productivity, and employee development
• Providing all customers with courteous, responsive, accessible, and seamless quality services
• Taking initiative to identify, analyze, and solve problems
• Collaborating with stakeholders to make informed decisions

SUMMARY

The City of Charlotte, Fleet Management Division, is seeking a CPCC student who is interested in working on a variety of Fleet assets. This role is an excellent steppingstone for individuals seeking to build a career in the diesel technician industry. The intern will work under the supervision of experienced technicians, assisting with routine maintenance, basic repairs, and diagnostic procedures. This role emphasizes developing technical skills, familiarity with tools and equipment, and understanding industry practices. We operate two shifts that run five days per week making it easy to schedule your classes around work.

Hourly pay is $21/hour

Benefits

• Uniforms and tools
• An opportunity to support the community that you live in
• An opportunity to work with supportive and talented mentors

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist experienced technicians with routine maintenance and repairs, such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and basic troubleshooting.
• Learn to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues under supervision.
• Utilize and learn to safely operate various tools and equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist with documenting work performed in a fleet management information system.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and company policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A desire to learn
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Mechanical aptitude to work on large equipment including solid waste trucks, fire trucks and other large equipment

Minimum Qualifications:

• College student enrolled in a work-based learning program at CPCC.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check. Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports. Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination.

During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior. Our culture is to serve the community honorably.

Our interns play a key role in shaping the work we do. Hear from them about their experiences and what they’ve learned along the way. Watch the video on our YouTube channel!