Mechanic Tech D (Apprentice)
About The Position
This position is for an Apprentice Mechanic Tech D, requiring enrollment in a Vehicle Maintenance/Diesel Technician program. The apprentice will dedicate a minimum of two years (4 Semesters) to the program, maintaining a 3.0 GPA. The role involves developing an entry-level understanding of fleet transportation vehicle systems, performing oil and lube services, assisting with preventative maintenance inspections and documentation, and supporting routine repairs and maintenance under the guidance of a mentor. Continuous learning of new technical information and techniques is essential to stay updated with rapidly changing transit technology. The apprentice will also maintain an organized workspace, exhibit a customer-focused attitude, contribute to a positive work environment, interact with other Fleet personnel, minimize waste, use proper safety equipment, and follow the company attendance policy. Successful completion of competency tests is required for step progression.
Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- Must be enrolled in a Vehicle Maintenance/Diesel Technician program and be able to dedicate at minimum 2 years (4 Semesters.) to the Apprentice program. Must be able to maintain a 3.0 GPA
- Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
- Must have basic comprehension and math skills, intermediate computer experience.
- Capable of understanding and following oral and written instructions
- Must be able to maintain a valid VA driver’s license
- Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test
- Willingness to work Flexible Schedule in a 24/7 work environment
Responsibilities
- Maintain full time status and GPA of 3.0 at designated higher education learning center
- Develop entry level understanding of all systems onboard the fleet transportation vehicles
- Perform Oil and Lube Services
- Assist in performing Preventative Maintenance inspection and proper documentation
- Assist Mentor with routine repairs/maintenance of equipment
- Ability to continuously learn new technical information and techniques in formal and informal training sessions in order to stay updated with rapidly changing transit technology
- Maintains an organized service department workspace
- Maintain a customer-focused attitude to complement a high level of motivation and energy
- Contribute to a positive work environment
- Interaction with other Fleet personnel. Minimize waste.
- Exhibit knowledge and use of proper safety equipment at all times
- Follow Company attendance policy
- Must successfully pass established competency test for step progression
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Opportunities for development and growth
- Safest work environment possible
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
