Field Technician Program - Concord, NC - DoD SkillBridge

Veteran Workforce Solutions; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Certifications

Full-time path

Job summary

LiftOne / Carolina-CAT is offering a DoD SkillBridge Diesel Technician Apprentice Program for transitioning service members. This hands-on pathway provides training and a gateway to full-time employment.

Participating locations include Concord, Asheville, Greensboro, Charlotte and more, with opportunities across NC, GA, AL, SC and TN. Join us to turn military skills into a civilian career in heavy equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• Active-duty service members eligible for the DoD SkillBridge program.
• Interest or background in diesel engines and heavy equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a team.
• Willing to undergo background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and diagnostics on diesel engines and heavy-duty equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems.
• Use diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve issues.
• Maintain detailed records of repairs and inspections.
• Comply with safety standards and company policies.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Title:

DoD SkillBridge Diesel Technician Apprentice Program

Company Overview:

LiftOne / Carolina-CAT are proud supporters of our nation’s veterans and active-duty service members. We are committed to providing meaningful career opportunities for transitioning service members through the DoD SkillBridge program. With multiple locations in NC, SC, TN, GA and AL, we specialize in Construction Equipment, Truck Engines, and Commercial Engines and work on some of the biggest, hardest working machines in the world. Wevalue the skills, dedication, and leadership our service members bring to the civilian workforce.

Position Overview:

We are seeking highly motivated and mechanically inclined transitioning service members to join our team as Diesel Technicians through the DoD SkillBridge program. This program offers hands-on training and a pathway to full-time employment.

Locations:

Opportunities are available in multiple locations,Specific locations include:

• Decatur, AL
• Montgomery, AL
• Tuscaloosa, AL
• Albany, GA
• Augusta, GA
• Dalton, GA
• Macon, GA
• Atlanta, GA
• Savannah, GA
• Asheville, NC
• Boone, NC (Carolina-CAT_
• Concord, NC
• Greensboro, NC (LiftOne / Carolina-CAT)
• Hickory NC (LiftOne / Carolina-CAT)
• Charlotte, NC (LiftOne / Carolina-CAT)
• Monroe, NC (Carolina-CAT)
• Sylva, NC (Carolina-CAT)
• Columbia, SC
• Greenville, SC
• Knoxville, TN
• Nashville, TN
• (Additional locations may be available; please inquire during the application process.)

What You’ll Do:

• Perform preventative maintenance and diagnostics on diesel engines and heavy-duty equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems, including brakes, transmissions, and HVAC systems.
• Use diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
• Maintain detailed records of repairs and inspections.

What We’re Looking For:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualifying individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Active-duty service members eligible for the DoD SkillBridge program.
• Background or interest in mechanics, maintenance, or related fields in the following Military Occupation Specialties.
  • Military Branches:
    • Army
    • 91BLight Wheel Mechanic
      91CUtilities Equip Repairer
      91DPower Generation Repair
      91HTrack Vehicle Repair
      91LConstruction Equip Repair
      91MBradley Systems Maintainer
      94PMultiple Launch Rocket
      94SPatriot Systems Repair
      15BAircraft Powerplant Rep
      15DAircraft Powertrain Rep
      15HAircraft Pneudraulics Repair
    • Navy:
      • EMElectricians Mate
      • MMMachinists Mate
      • ENEngineman
      • ADAviation Machinists Mate
      • Air Force:
        • 2A6X1Aerospace Propulsion
        • 2A6X2Aerospace Ground Equip
        • 2A4X3Aerospace Aircraft Parts Repair
        • 2A6X5Aircraft Hydraulic Systems
        • 2A3X3Tactical Aircraft Maintenance
        • 2A5X1Aerospost Maintenance
    • Marines:
      • 3521Automotive Maintenance Tech
      • 1341Engineer Equip Mechanic
      • 6000Aircraft Maintenance Spec
      • 6112Helicopter Mechanic
      • 6216Fixed Wing Aircraft Mech
    • Coast Guard:
      • MKMachinery Tech
      • EMElectricians Mate
      • AMTAviation Maintenance Tec
• Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Pass a background check
• Pass a drug screening

Program Benefits:

• Hands-on training from experienced professionals.
• Opportunity to earn certifications or manufacturer-specific credentials.
• Competitive pay upon program completion and potential for full-time employment.
• Networking opportunities within the industry.

Why Join Us?

At LiftOne / Carolina-CAT, we value your dedication and skills. We are committed to helping you transition successfully from military to civilian life and grow your career with us.

Workplace Requirement:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift, carry, push, pull and /or otherwise move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee must operate equipment in a safe manner.

Workplace Environment:

While performing the duties of this Job, depending on site location, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and equipment. The employee may occasionally be exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee may occasionally be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in some work environments is occasionally loud.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

We require all employees to treat all our employees and candidates as equals. All personnel actions are conducted in the spirit of equal employment. We're committed to recruit, train, promote and retain associates without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic proteced by applicable local, state or federal laws.