Field Service Apprentice — Heavy Equipment Tech

4684 SMC Region USC; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Learning and development

Career advancement

Job summary

Sandvik Mining seeks a Field Service Apprentice in the Kershaw, South Carolina area. The role involves maintenance and repair of heavy industrial equipment and requires reliable transportation to the job site.

On-site work with Sandvik Technicians, training to become a qualified technician, and opportunities for professional development are offered. Compensation ranges per hour and site safety requirements apply.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in heavy equipment.
• Basic understanding of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, mechanical drive systems, electrical systems and diagnostics.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and power tools.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass mine-site medical, drug, and background requirements.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts if required by mine operations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical work around heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair basic support of heavy industrial equipment (mining).
• Work from verbal/written maintenance instructions for routine workshop activities.
• Use a variety of simple trade tools.
• Assist with maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment and parts.
• Assigned to specific trade area (e.g. mechanical) and carry out some routine aspects of the trade activity, according to training requirements.
• Learn how to apply basic knowledge of the service technician area, such as mechanics/materials.
• Planning & reporting: Complete basic reports and/or documents of work completed, as required under supervision.
• Customer support and advice: Observe how to communicate with the customer, where applicable.
• Collaboration with parts & services and equipment divisions.
• Network and attend training to become qualified technician.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Outdoor work

Rotating shifts

Lift 50 lbs

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical school / trade certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Sandvik Mining seeks a Field Service Apprentice in the Kershaw, South Carolina area. The role involves maintenance and repair of heavy industrial equipment and requires reliable transportation to the job site.

On-site work with Sandvik Technicians, training to become a qualified technician, and opportunities for professional development are offered. Compensation ranges per hour and site safety requirements apply.