Diesel Apprentice

Description

• In accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards, take an active role in prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times.
• Perform physical activities to perform repair or maintenance.
• Maintain service reports for all mobile equipment.
• Ensure correct and accurate documentation is completed on a daily and monthly basis related to mobile equipment.
• Team Player - Establishes trust with team members, stating clear expectations and accountabilities. Recognizes group morale and acts to protect or build as necessary.
• Inspect equipment and material to identify and troubleshoot the cause of errors.
• Handle, install, position and move parts, materials and industrial hand tools in a safe manner throughout the shop and facility.
• Repair and maintain mobile equipment.

Requirements

• Additional vocational/trade school training in a mechanical field is also preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in a diesel mechanic or related field.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace; proactive in identifying potential hazards, taking steps to mitigate risks, and ensuring that both personal and collective safety are maintained in all tasks and environments.
• Previous experience working on diesel or heavy construction equipment is preferred.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions and tolerate exposure to loud noises.
• Collaboration - Ability to work effectively with others to achieve common goals by fostering teamwork, open communication, and mutual respect. It involves actively listening, sharing ideas, problem-solving collectively, and leveraging diverse skills and perspectives. Strong collaboration requires adaptability, conflict resolution, and a willingness to support team members, ensuring productivity and a positive work environment.
• Subject matter expert and ability to apply knowledge and experience in situations.
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
• Ability to work overtime and extended hours including weekend depending on customer and company demands.
• Technical Expertise - Solid mechanical understanding of mobile equipment, including basic maintenance checks and troubleshooting minor issues. Ability to identify signs of equipment malfunction and report them to the maintenance team.
• Must have Valid driver's license.
• Work Ethic - Demonstrates commitment and dedication toward completing tasks with high standards of quality, responsibility, and diligence; demonstrates reliability, professionalism, and a strong sense of personal responsibility in fulfilling job duties.
• Must have some knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of general principles and practices of servicing heavy construction equipment is preferred.
• Must have knowledge of industrial tools, their uses and maintenance.
• Communication - Ability to clearly and effectively convey information, ideas, and messages to others in both written and verbal formats; can express one's thoughts clearly but also demonstrate active listening, understands the needs of the audience, and adapts the message to ensure it is understood.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be willing to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.
• Attention to Detail - Ability to thoroughly and accurately complete tasks, ensuring that no aspects or elements are overlooked; meticulous and precise when handling information, performing tasks, or delivering work, and is critical in ensuring the quality, accuracy, and integrity of the results.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance