About this opportunity
Stewart & Stevenson Atlantic Division lists this Technician - Truck Shop Apprentice opportunity in middletown, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Transmission Service Shop Technician Apprentice
Responsible for learning how to perform preventative maintenance and routine mechanical repairs in a shop environment on customer's equipment including transmissions, transmission components, and subassemblies, as instructed by senior level Transmission Service Shop Technicians and Group Leaders.
This position starts at $27 per hour, with increases each quarter. Upon successful completion of the 15-month apprentice program, the employee would graduate to Shop Technician I.
Responsibilities
Learn basic parts, processes, and maintenance techniques as instructed by more senior level Shop Technicians.
Work with more senior level Shop Technicians to understand how to accurately troubleshoot and diagnose routine problems with customer's equipment.
Retrieve parts and other supplies for more senior level Shop Technicians.
Learn how to complete all work orders and time sheets in a legible, accurate, and timely manner.
Provide assistance to more senior level Shop Technicians on larger jobs.
Support day-to-day shop operations (e.g., clean parts and bays, and properly dispose of/empty fluids as directed).
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Qualifications
The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
Education/Experience:
High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) and/or no prior experience necessary. Recent Graduates of Diesel Tech schools preferred.
Basic mechanical aptitude required.
Computer Skills:
Basic computer navigation and utilization skills required.
Competitive pay, a flexible work environment, and a well-built benefits program can be the foundation of your financial plan. From health insurance and retirement to paid time off, our wide range of benefits help you enjoy a balanced lifestyle and a promising future. We provide:
401(k) savings plan
Tuition reimbursement
Holidays
Vacation
Employee-assistance program
Medical programs
Dental programs
Vision programs
Flexible spending accounts
Employee life and accident insurance
Supplemental life and accident insurance
Business travel accident insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Flexible work schedules
Sick time off
Company-paid technician uniforms
Annual safety-shoe allowance
Annual prescription safety-glasses allowance
Worksite address
middletown, CT, 06457, US
Who can apply
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