Intern Technician

Ziegler Cat; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarship Opportunity

Mentorship Program

Safety Boot Reimbursement, PPE & U

Tool Insurance

Safe, clean and friendly work environ

Job summary

Ziegler offers an internship program in diesel and heavy equipment mechanics for students pursuing related studies. As an Intern Technician, you will assist in diagnosing and repairing equipment in a shop, learning from senior technicians and developing real-world skills.

The program emphasizes safety, teamwork, and hands-on mentoring, with a starting wage and benefits to support student growth and career development.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a 2-year degree program in diesel engine mechanics, construction and/or agricultural equipment mechanics or related study.
• Maintain good grades.
• Receive positive recommendations from instructors.
• Positive attitude and desire to work as a team player.
• Own mechanic tool set.
• Ability to maintain safe and clean work environment.
• Safety-sensitive role with pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Assist in troubleshooting and repairing heavy diesel engines, construction or agriculture equipment in a shop environment.
• Learn to respond to customer needs in a positive, supportive, and timely manner to ensure value for work performed.

Skills

Team player

Positive attitude

Drug test pre-employment

Education

2-year diesel/AG equipment program

Tools

Own tool set

Job description

Ziegler takes pride in partnering with many of the most reputable technical schools and colleges in the Midwest that prepare students for careers in diesel, heavy equipment mechanics and technology for the agriculture, construction and mining industries. Our internship program is designed to give you hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing a wide variety of equipment while learning from some of the best senior technicians in the industry.

Responsibilities

Through scholarship money and paid internships, Ziegler provides students with the opportunity to develop real-world mechanical skills by working with senior level technicians that help mentor your development. As a Ziegler Intern Technician, you will assist in troubleshooting and repairing heavy diesel engines, construction or agriculture equipment in a shop environment. You will learn to respond to customer needs in a positive, supportive, and timely manner to ensure maximum value for work performed.

Qualifications

• Be currently enrolled in a 2-year degree program in diesel engine mechanics, construction and/or agricultural equipment mechanics or related study

• Maintain good grades

• Receive positive recommendations from instructors

• Positive attitude and desire to work as a team player

• Own mechanic tool set

• Ability to maintain safe and clean work environment

• This role is deemed safety-sensitive and will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement

Minimum Physical Requirements

• Push/pull up to 50 lbs
• Lift/carry up to 60 lbs
• Lift bulky objects
• Standing, walking, using hands, talking, hearing, neck rotation, trunk rotation, stair climbing, ladder climbing, repetitive bending, kneeling, sustained squat, forward reaching, overhead reaching, supine overhead reaching, crawling, bin lift, high steps, fingering/grasping - able to use bolt box.
• Working Conditions may be indoor and/or outdoor. Noise level may be loud at times.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Ziegler Inc. will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals.

SEE YOURSELF AT ZIEGLER

Founded in 1914, Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer with over 2400 employees across 30+ locations in Minnesota, Iowa and northern Missouri. Since day one Ziegler has had the same philosophy- if the customer is successful- then Ziegler will be successful. That is why Ziegler is committed to providing employees with the best possible work environment and the right tools for career development. This means great benefits, work/life balance, and ongoing professional development and training.

Starting wage for this position is $21.00

In addition to base pay, we offer:

• Scholarship Opportunity

• Mentorship Program

• Safety Boot Reimbursement, PPE & Uniforms provided

• Tool Insurance

• Safe, clean and friendly work environment

At Ziegler Inc. we're committed to equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.