Technical Apprentice Trainee – Hands-on Shop Training

Boyd Company; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Company is offering an entry-level Student Technician Apprentice role designed to develop skilled shop technicians through a structured career development path. The program includes 4 weeks of instruction at the Louisville Training Center, followed by 4 weeks of paid internship at a Boyd location, with the aim of advancing to an Apprentice Technician.

The program emphasizes safety, hands-on training, and on-the-job experience, culminating in potential advancement to Shop Technician I or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Possess and maintain a current, valid state driver’s license.
• Must pass drug screen and background check.
• Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to communicate with team members and customers.
• Good working knowledge of computers, spreadsheets, and word processing programs.

Responsibilities

• Learn to read and interpret technical instruction and safety manuals.
• Work with mechanical, hydraulic, and electric/electronic schematics; use test equipment.
• Support high academic standards and professional conduct.
• Prepare and send reports in a timely manner; maximise value of work performed.
• Respond professionally to customer requests; keep managers informed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Self-directed

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Boyd Company is offering an entry-level Student Technician Apprentice role designed to develop skilled shop technicians through a structured career development path. The program includes 4 weeks of instruction at the Louisville Training Center, followed by 4 weeks of paid internship at a Boyd location, with the aim of advancing to an Apprentice Technician.

The program emphasizes safety, hands-on training, and on-the-job experience, culminating in potential advancement to Shop Technician I or