Apprentice Service Technician

POWER EQUIPMENT COMPANY • Memphis, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Apprentice Service Technician will perform repair work on a wide variety of equipment, ranging from complete machine overhauls to minor repairs such as fixing leaks, changing fluids, and filters. This role also involves rebuilding components like engines, transmissions, hydraulic cylinders, and hydraulic pumps. Some locations are equipped with test equipment for dyno testing engines, hydraulic pumps, and transmissions. Installations may include undercarriage on track machines, attachments on plumbing excavators for hammers or scalers, and quick coupler attachments on loaders, excavators, and backhoes.

Requirements

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the heavy equipment industry or a related field
• Excellent written and oral communication and basic mathematical skills
• Proficient with a computer, including the use of Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and diagnostic use using manufacturer provided programs
• Must have a good working knowledge of equipment operations and mechanical functions
• Ability to stoop, kneel, push, pull, twist and carry and lift up to 70lbs
• Ability to climb and perform work on heights of 15 feet
• Able to work in all types of weather conditions
• Capable of working with limited supervision / self-starter
• Maintain excellent customer service
• Must be able to pass a background, physical, and drug screen

Nice To Haves

• a 2 year technical degree or comparable military training is preferred

Responsibilities

• Participate in and successfully complete the apprenticeship program comprised of week-long training sessions and on the job training for a total of 24 months
• Troubleshoot equipment problem/diagnose failure
• Perform diagnostic functions, check pressures, check voltage, locate source of noise or vibration
• Disassemble machine, order parts, make repairs, assemble machine, check machine operation make sure repairs are complete and confirm problem is fixed unit has no leaks, and is work ready
• Clean parts, scrape gaskets, prep for assembly
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of work environment
• Travel to jobsites and vendor training sessions as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees