The Diesel Technician Trainee (PT) is a part-time position for students enrolled in secondary or post-secondary technical education programs with a strong interest and aptitude for diesel power systems diagnosis and repair. The Trainee Program provides hands-on, on-the-job training by working with the expert guidance of an A Level Transwest Technician in the Frederick, CO location. Trainees will gain valuable skills observing and working alongside Mentor Technicians on Freightliner and Western Star products, Detroit Diesel, CAT, Cummins and more.

Trainees will be assigned progressive responsibility as increased proficiency is demonstrated through schooling and on-the-job performance. This responsibility will be under the direction of the Mentor Technician and Service Manager. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide labor assistance to mentor technician.
• Participate in monthly performance reviews with Mentor Technician, Service Manager, and technical education instructor(s).
• Perform work as directed by Mentor Technician.
• Perform all work with efficiency and accuracy and in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
• Communicate with the parts department to secure necessary parts.
• Save and tag warranty parts.
• Ensure customer vehicle cleanliness.
• Maintain neat and orderly work area.
• Accountable for all dealership owned tools.
• Uphold federal, state and local regulations governing the disposal of hazardous waste.
• Perform job duties and functions with flexibility in the event circumstances shift, i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technology developments.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Required to perform work inside and outside, in all-weather situations, at the shop location.
• Requires frequent sitting, standing, balancing, bending or stooping for prolonged periods of time.
• Manual dexterity, fine manipulation and the ability to reach with hands and arms.
• Must have ability to lift up to 80 lbs.
• Normal range of hearing and vision.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License with good standing MVR.
• Diesel Engine Technology Certifications/Education enrollment.
• Candidate must be a motivated individual who can work under the guidance of Mentor Technician.
• Selected candidate may be required to participate in training sessions for products serviced by the company at the company's expense.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to complete a General Abilities Assessment and pass the post-offer background check, physical and drug screening.
• Strong work ethic.

• Type: Hourly
• Compensation Range: $19.00 - $22.00
• Bonus Eligibility: No
• Shift: First and Second Shift
• Reports To: Service Manager
• Closing Date: Open until filled

Date Posted: 04-08-2024

All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.