Truck Technician Apprentice | Hands-on Training

Rumpke of Ohio; Broadview Heights (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Rumpke is seeking a Vehicle Technician Apprentice in Broadview Heights, OH to gain hands-on training in preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs on our fleet to keep trucks safe on the road.

You will train with experienced technicians, learn tire maintenance, fluid checks, and system inspections while meeting safety and regulatory requirements, with regional travel for training as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass the MAP within 1 year.
• Must be able to obtain TIA certification if needed.
• General knowledge of truck components and systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Train with an experienced technician to learn repair and maintenance of fleet vehicles.
• Complete training to perform tire maintenance.
• Complete training to learn to perform detailed inspections, lubricate, and service vehicles and equipment as part of preventative maintenance.
• Complete training to learn to check, fill, and/or change appropriate fluids for all vehicle parts and check/change filters.
• Complete training to learn to perform detailed inspections on vehicle support systems, such as electrical, air, and brake systems.
• Train with an experienced technician to learn to identify and perform repairs and adjustments to various components and operating systems on the vehicles, equipment, or related components.
• Complete training to be able to ensure all safety devices on vehicles are in good working order.
• Assist senior/experienced technicians with repairs, maintenance assignments, and adjustments.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties related to tools, materials, shop, and work areas.
• Professionally interact with internal, and external customers, and coworkers.
• Engage in periodic assessments and meet the required metrics per individualized training program.
• Assist in other areas of the vehicle maintenance shop as needed.
• Maintain accurate records (time, repair orders, and parts usage) on the computer.
• Travel within the region for training purposes as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Technical learning

Communication skills

Computer skills

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Education

General Education Diploma or better

High School or better

Job description

Rumpke is seeking a Vehicle Technician Apprentice in Broadview Heights, OH to gain hands-on training in preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs on our fleet to keep trucks safe on the road.

You will train with experienced technicians, learn tire maintenance, fluid checks, and system inspections while meeting safety and regulatory requirements, with regional travel for training as needed.