Heavy Truck & Equipment Mechanic Apprentice

Bluegrass Stream; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluegrass Stream LLC in Chester, Virginia, is seeking a Mechanic Technician Apprentice to support the maintenance of waste collection trucks and heavy equipment. You will learn under experienced technicians and assist with inspections, preventative maintenance, and basic repairs.

You will replace parts, assist with diagnostics, maintain accurate service records, use shop tools and diagnostic equipment, and follow safety and environmental standards in a fast-paced shop.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn under mentorship.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices.
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain clear service documentation.
• Comfort working with tools and diagnostic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inspections, preventative maintenance, and basic repairs under guidance.
• Support mechanical diagnostics and part replacement as directed by experienced technicians.
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation of work performed.
• Use shop tools and diagnostic equipment in daily tasks following safety standards.
• Adhere to all safety and environmental standards in a fast-paced shop.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Safe work practices

Procedures & documentation

Tools & diagnostics

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Mechanic Technician Apprentice supporting maintenance of waste collection trucks and heavy equipment.

Under The Guidance Of Experienced Technicians, Assist With

• Performing inspections, preventative maintenance, and basic repairs
• Replacing parts and assisting with mechanical diagnostics
• Maintaining accurate service records and documentation
• Using shop tools and diagnostic equipment appropriately
• Following all safety and environmental standards in a fast-paced shop

Qualifications/Skills

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn under mentorship
• Strong commitment to safe work practices
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain clear service documentation
• Comfort working with tools and diagnostic equipment