DoD SkillBridge Heavy Equipment Service Technician* _ Salt Lake City, UT

Komatsu; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 62,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Komatsu offers an internship for active-duty service members as Heavy Equipment Service Technicians in Salt Lake City. The role includes hands-on training in maintaining and repairing advanced electric drive machinery, with opportunities for full-time employment post-internship. Eligible applicants must be transitioning military personnel ready to commit to a 120-day program.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision)

401K with company match

Reimbursements for tools and safety gear

Paid time off

Signing bonus potential

Qualifications

• Must separate from military in 8-12 months.
• Ability to complete up to 120 days of internship.
• Willing to work 40 hours/week.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of electric drive trucks and shovels.
• Training in servicing heavy equipment systems, machining, and welding.

Skills

Willing to learn

Service Orientation

Leadership

Critical Thinking

Education

Current Active Duty Service Member

Job description

DoD SkillBridge Heavy Equipment Service Technician* _ Salt Lake City, UT

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Komatsu, a leading global manufacturer and distributor of mining and construction equipment, offers internship opportunities for transitioning active duty service members through the SkillBridge program. Interns will receive training in servicing electric drive trucks and/or electric shovels, with potential for nationwide full-time positions. Responsibilities include maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of equipment such as electric drive trucks, electric shovels, and excavators. Training covers equipment maintenance, instrumentation and control systems, machining, and welding.

Eligible applicants include active duty members planning to separate within 8-12 months and who can commit to up to 120 days of internship. Preference is given to those with maintenance or skilled trades experience such as electricians, machinists, or welders.

Program Details

Internships start monthly, with transportation, lodging, and meals provided. Interested candidates can apply via the Komatsu Careers site or email [e-mail]. A Komatsu military veteran will contact applicants to discuss opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current Active Duty Service Member
• Separation from Military in 8-12 months
• Ability to complete up to 120 days of internship
• Willing to work 40 hours/week
• Willingness to learn and accept feedback

Potential Full-Time Positions

Post-internship employment may include roles such as:

• Service Technicians
• Instrumentation & Control Technicians
• Electricians
• Machinists
• Welders

Benefits and Compensation

• Industry wages ($30-$54/hr), merit review, and bonuses
• Signing bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision), 401K with company match, and contributions
• Reimbursements for tools, safety glasses, clothing
• Paid time off, commute time, recognition, career development, job security
• Opportunity to work on innovative, state-of-the-art technology

Key Competencies

• Leadership
• Continuous Learning
• Effective Relationships
• Critical Thinking
• Service Orientation
• Drive for Results

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.