Apprentice Field Technician

Carter Machinery Careers • Mechanicsville, VA

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About The Position

Carter Machinery is hiring an Apprentice Field Technician in Richmond, Virginia. The position is intended for people with strong mechanical aptitude, including high school graduates, veterans leaving military service, and technicians transitioning from other mechanical fields. The company offers an in-house, fully accredited 15-month apprenticeship program that provides paid training and full-time benefits without education expenses. Apprentices learn to troubleshoot and diagnose diesel equipment problems, perform repairs, and recondition and service heavy equipment and components across the Caterpillar product line. Upon successful completion, apprentices receive accreditation from the Virginia Department of Labor and become certified Construction Equipment Technicians. The program is nationally recognized by the Federal Department of Labor and accredited through the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work with limited supervision, meet deadlines, and work independently as well as part of a team.
• Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Office products, and service software used in the position.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare accurate service reports.
• Ability to read and understand operating manuals.
• Excellent driving record.
• Ability to work all shifts and overtime as needed to meet customer needs.
• Ability to occasionally operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds regularly.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a Mechanical Vo-Tech program.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose diesel equipment problems.
• Perform repairs and recondition and service heavy equipment and components.
• Complete service reports that accurately document diagnoses and repairs.
• Prepare work orders, parts lists, and time cards accurately and promptly.
• Promote a positive customer experience.
• Uphold the company's Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, and Teamwork.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with a company match of $0.75 to $1.25 per dollar, up to 6%.
• Life and disability insurance.
• In-house training instructors and 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.
• Paid apprenticeship training with no education expenses.
• Full-time benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED