Diesel Technician Trainee
About The Position
We are looking for highly driven, mechanically inclined individuals passionate about developing a career as Heavy Equipment or Electric Power Generation technician to join the Milton CAT Diesel Technician Trainee program! The Diesel Technician Training program has a set start date in January 2027, and we are hiring now for a limited number of trainee spots. Applications will be accepted from now through mid-November. We plan to begin our application review process in October. This is a paid training program. Starting pay rate for Trainees hired is $22.59/hr. Upon successful completion of the Diesel Technician Trainee program, Trainees have the opportunity to be offered a full-time technician position at any Milton CAT or Milton Rents location.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Strong adherence to safety.
- Strong customer service, problem solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
- Solid mechanical aptitude with a desire to learn and ability to adapt.
- Proficient in the use of computer technology (laptop and related software systems).
- Clean and valid driver’s license required.
- Must apply online.
- Background check and drug test are required as part of our pre-employment process.
Nice To Haves
- 1+ years of experience servicing heavy equipment, or equivalent education in automotive/diesel/related mechanical vocational program strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Complete 2,000 hours of intensive training across a 12-month period, including 1,600 hours of hands-on, on-the-job training and 450 hours of instructor-led training and computer-based learning.
- Rotate through a variety of technical areas within facilities and work with experienced Caterpillar technicians.
- Perform regional travel every other month to attend on-site orientations and training classes at the corporate facility in Massachusetts.
- Complete an online application to be considered for the program.
- Participate in an interview process prior to being notified of a decision regarding acceptance into the program.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
- Additional union benefits
- Union pension: employer contribution to employee’s pension
- Employee Referral Program: earn money for referring people to work here!
- Yearly tool and safety footwear allowances
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
