Service Apprentice

Anderson Equipment Company; City of Tonawanda (NY); On-site; USD 28,585 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drugs

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan with match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Anderson Equipment Company, located in City of Tonawanda, NY, is seeking apprentices for its development training program. The role requires individuals to complete training assignments and gain proficiency in electronics, hydraulics, and troubleshooting. Responsibilities include performing equipment maintenance, assisting technicians, and various operational tasks.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and general familiarity with equipment operations. The program offers competitive hourly wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and retirement savings options.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Familiarity with mechanical and electrical functions is a plus.
• Interest in Anderson Equipment and the construction industry is important.

Responsibilities

• Complete basic equipment maintenance independently.
• Assist Service Technicians in complex repairs.
• Perform tasks like loading/unloading machinery and organizing equipment.

Skills

Basic familiarity with equipment operations

Mechanical functions

Electrical and hydraulic systems

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Company Profile

Anderson Equipment Company is one of the largest heavy equipment distribution companies in the Northeast. It is a family‑owned, private company that has consistently grown and achieved financial success for almost 90 years. Currently in its third generation of family ownership and management, the company spans six states – West Virginia, Pennsylvania, New York, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine with 19 branch locations.

Job Description Summary

Apprentices are part of the company’s special development training program. Employees in this class are expected to successfully complete training assignments during their first two years with the Company. During the apprentice program, the employee must develop proficiency in basic electronics, hydraulics, and troubleshooting by successfully completing company‑provided training classes.

Responsibilities

• Individually complete basic equipment maintenance.
• Assist other Service Technicians in more complicated repairs.
• Perform unskilled work such as:
  • Loading and unloading machinery.
  • Completing check‑in and check‑out procedures.
  • Fueling equipment.
  • Steam cleaning machines.
  • Organizing equipment and attachments in the yard.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Basic familiarity with equipment operations, mechanical functions, electrical and hydraulic systems is a plus.
• Demonstrated sincere interest in Anderson Equipment and the construction equipment industry.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation depends on location, experience/skills, overtime: $20.75–$27.00 per hour.
• Benefits include medical and prescription drugs, dental, vision, life insurance, STD, LTD, health savings account, employee assistance program, paid time off (PTO).
• Retirement savings: 401(k) plan with match and profit sharing contributed by the Company.
• Service apprentices are eligible for Anderson Equipment’s tool allowance program.
• The Company supports professional development through career advancement opportunities, transfers to other branch locations, tuition reimbursement, and company‑sponsored training programs.