Intern Technician - Power Systems

Ziegler Caterpillar•Shakopee, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ziegler’s internship program gives students hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing equipment while learning from senior technicians. As an Intern Technician, you will assist with troubleshooting and repairing heavy diesel engines and construction or agricultural equipment in a shop environment. You will also learn to respond to customer needs in a positive, supportive, and timely manner to help ensure maximum value for the work performed. The role offers paid internship experience, scholarship opportunities, and mentorship. It is safety-sensitive and requires a pre-employment drug test. Working conditions may be indoors and/or outdoors, and noise may be loud at times. The position involves substantial physical activity, including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, bending, kneeling, reaching, crawling, and using hands to handle tools or parts.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a two-year degree program in diesel engine mechanics, construction and/or agricultural equipment mechanics, or a related field of study.
Maintain good grades.
Receive positive recommendations from instructors.
Have a positive attitude and desire to work as a team player.
Own a mechanic tool set.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds and lifting or carrying up to 60 pounds.
Pass a pre-employment drug test; the role is safety-sensitive.

Responsibilities

Assist in troubleshooting and repairing heavy diesel engines and construction or agricultural equipment in a shop environment.
Learn to respond to customer needs in a positive, supportive, and timely manner.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment.