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Diesel Technician Apprentice

Lakeside International Trucks
Rockford, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/26/2026 CLOSED ON 2/25/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Technician Apprentice position at Lakeside International Trucks?

Job Description

The Diesel Technician Apprentice / Shop Helper is responsible for assisting technicians with minor repairs. They will assist with shop housekeeping to ensure the shop remains clean and orderly.

Responsibilities

  • Perform minor repairs within the designated flat rates. Maintain a 95% or greater efficiency rating
  • Assist Maintenance Manager and clerical staff in completing necessary paperwork
  • Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment as requested by written schedules
  • Perform cleaning duties such as sweeping and taking out trash to keep equipment and facilities sanitary.
  • Develop required skills to be a qualified, certified state inspector

Qualifications

  • Must be able to lift up to 75lbs and carry a distance of 5 feet.
  • Valid Drivers License or the ability to obtain one
  • High School diploma or equivalent plus special technical training is desired

Personal Qualities

  • Candidate presents a high level of attention to work and continually strives to improve quality of performance in self and others
  • Exhibits a complete understanding of how to analyze complex information, identify the causes, and formulate logical solutions
  • Candidate possesses exceptional organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills
  • Demonstrates a strong desire to seek as much information as possible and is eager to ask questions.
  • Candidate is willing to go above and beyond when unsatisfied with the given information
  • Active desire to develop professional skills and seek out new knowledge to encourage growth in their career
  • Ensuring that the highest value of service is delivered to satisfy customer requests to encourage customer loyalty

LAKESIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

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