Marine Shop & Field Technician Apprentice (Paid Training)

Carter Machinery; Chesapeake, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Overtime opportunities

Tool allowances

Job summary

Carter Machinery invites applications for the Apprentice Marine Shop & Field Technician program. This 15-month apprenticeship trains you to troubleshoot, diagnose, and overhaul marine engines and propulsion systems while documenting work with reports and orders.

Upon completion, you earn accreditation under the Virginia Department of Labor and become a certified Construction Equipment Technician. Starting pay is per hour with benefits and overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, required.
• Completion of post-secondary diesel engine or related program or two years of mechanical job experience, required.
• Military equipment experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• The Apprentice Marine Shop & Field Technician provides training to troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform standard mechanical repairs on marine engines and propulsion systems.
• End of program accreditation under the Department of Labor Apprenticeship after 15 months.
• Prepare and document work orders, parts lists, and time cards accurately.

Skills

Self-starter

Strong mechanical aptitude

Excellent driving record

Customer satisfaction

Proficient with computers

Documentation for service reports

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork and collaboration

Prioritizing workload

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED, required

Post-secondary diesel program or two years mechanical experience

Job description

Carter Machinery invites applications for the Apprentice Marine Shop & Field Technician program. This 15-month apprenticeship trains you to troubleshoot, diagnose, and overhaul marine engines and propulsion systems while documenting work with reports and orders.

Upon completion, you earn accreditation under the Virginia Department of Labor and become a certified Construction Equipment Technician. Starting pay is per hour with benefits and overtime opportunities.