MANAGEMENT TRAINEE

Carter Machinery; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus program

Tool allowances and loans

Job summary

Carter Machinery in Salem, Virginia is hiring a Management Trainee. The program runs six months under the guidance of experienced personnel across Parts, Service, Rental, and Home Office Operations, with the goal of moving into management positions.

Starting compensation ranges from $56,000 to $73,000 per year. Relocation within VA, WV, MD, DE, and DC may be required; strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• College degree in related field; or 3 years management, sales, or service ops experience.
• Relocation within Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, or DC may be required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong time management.
• Excellent customer satisfaction skills.
• Strong PC and administrative skills; able to adapt to changing technology.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Support department managers with day-to-day operations during the six-month trainee program.
• Attend meetings and learning opportunities to gain managerial knowledge.
• Observe experienced staff to understand business strategies and processes.
• Promote a positive customer experience and uphold Carter Way core values.

Job description

Join a Company That’s Built To Elevate You.

At Carter Machinery, we don’t just offer jobs - we offer long-term careers defined by purpose, innovation, and impact. We’ve built an award-winning workplace where high achievers thrive, careers grow, and your work truly matters.

Our legacy is strong, our vision is bold, and our future is built on investing in the growth and well-being of our people. Whether you’re turning a wrench, managing operations, or supporting customers, you play a vital role in powering industries that moves the world forward.

Job Title:

Management Trainee

Location:

Salem, Virginia

Starting Compensation Range:

$56,000 - $73,000 per year

The Management Trainee works under the direction of experienced personnel in the Parts, Service, Rental, and Service Home Office Operations for a six-month period gaining the knowledge and experience required to move into management positions. Trainees will learn how to identify and apply business strategies and processes while assisting department managers with the day-to-day operations, participating in meetings, attending learning opportunities, and observing experience staff members perform their job duties.

Requirements For The Management Trainee Position Include

• Self-starter able to work with minimal supervision
• Must be willing to relocate within the territory of Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and Washington D.C.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be detail-oriented and have strong time management/organizational skills
• Excellent internal and external customer satisfaction skills
• Strong PC and administrative skills, with the ability to adapt to changing technology
• Strong work ethic
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced “hands-on” environment and have the ability to adjust to changing priorities
• Must have an excellent driving record
• Must be able to work hours required to meet business and customer demands
• Promote a positive customer experience
• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way

Seeking Candidates With

• College degree in related field and/or three years work experience in management, sales, or service operations preferred

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit and talk or hear
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%
• Life and disability insurance
• In-house training instructors/programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Tool allowances and tool loans
• Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles
• Opportunities for overtime
• Shift differential (if applicable)

You’ll gain access to real learning, real advancement, and a real future in a company that’s reshaping what it means to lead in our industry. If you're looking for purpose, possibilities, and a team that wins together - you belong at Carter Machinery.

Come build what matters and build your future with us.

Actual base pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, education, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. In addition to base pay, the compensation package may include participation in performance-based incentive programs (e.g., discretionary or non-discretionary plans), as well as overtime eligibility depending on the role.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.