Heavy Vehicle Maintenance Apprentice

SOUTHEASTERN PSA (VA); Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mechanics Helper at Southeastern PSA (VA) assists mechanics in maintaining a wide range of heavy trucks, trailers, light trucks, and automobiles. Under close supervision, you perform routine service, shop cleanup, and basic repair tasks while training for more complex work.

You will learn to use hoists, hand tools, and forklift operations, handle parts delivery, and participate in emergency repairs at the Operations Center, all while complying with safety protocols in outdoor and garage

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of safety hazards in the trade.
• Able to read service manuals and parts catalogs.
• Able to learn the use and care of tools and equipment used in maintenance.
• Ability to perform routine preventative maintenance on light equipment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain shop area, tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Assist with routine service and maintenance on heavy trucks and related equipment.
• Operate tools safely and follow safety rules.
• Assist with minor repairs and learn more complex procedures during training.
• Assist with requisitioning parts and supplies for repairs.
• Support on road calls and emergency repairs as needed.
• Load and off-load parts and may operate a forklift.

Skills

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Manuals literacy

Teamwork & communication

Education

High School diploma or trade school

Tools

Hoists

Hand tools

Forklift

Job description

The Mechanics Helper at Southeastern PSA (VA) assists mechanics in maintaining a wide range of heavy trucks, trailers, light trucks, and automobiles. Under close supervision, you perform routine service, shop cleanup, and basic repair tasks while training for more complex work.

You will learn to use hoists, hand tools, and forklift operations, handle parts delivery, and participate in emergency repairs at the Operations Center, all while complying with safety protocols in outdoor and garage