Heavy Equipment Mechanic Apprentice

United Companies; Grand Junction (CO); In loco; USD 34.000 - 41.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

United Companies in Colorado is seeking a Mechanic Apprenticeship candidate to learn hands-on vehicle and heavy equipment maintenance under supervision. The program aims to develop practical skills toward becoming a qualified mechanic, with wage range and opportunities for growth.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and progressive responsibility as you assist in diagnosing and repairing equipment while gaining shop experience in a dynamic field service setting.

Competenze

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in pursuing a mechanical career required.
• Previous experience (1 year) in equipment service, shop work, or related fields preferred but not required.

Mansioni

• Assist mechanics in troubleshooting equipment issues and learn to identify mechanical problems.
• Help dismantle equipment and components using hoists, hand tools and proper safety procedures.
• Support maintenance and repair activities on heavy equipment, trucks, shop tools, and non-mobile equipment.
• Performs basic service tasks such as oil changes, greasing, adding fluids, changing filters, and maintaining preventative maintenance schedules.
• Learn and assist in troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems, hydraulic systems, diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, drive trains, etc.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area and follows all housekeeping and safety guidelines.

Conoscenze

Mechanical safety awareness

Teamwork

Reading safety rules

Formazione

High School diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

United Companies in Colorado is seeking a Mechanic Apprenticeship candidate to learn hands-on vehicle and heavy equipment maintenance under supervision. The program aims to develop practical skills toward becoming a qualified mechanic, with wage range and opportunities for growth.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and progressive responsibility as you assist in diagnosing and repairing equipment while gaining shop experience in a dynamic field service setting.