Diesel Technician Apprentice

Kenworth Northeast

  • Halfmoon, NY
  • $20.00-26.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 28 days ago
Job Description:Kenworth Northeast is an independently owned truck dealership supplying the northeast region with The World's Best® heavy and medium duty trucks and parts. We are looking for skilled Heavy Duty Diesel Technician Apprentices to work at our Halfmoon, NY location.*Salary range for this position is $20 - $26/hour depending on experience*Our technicians are busy and productive. We believe in rewarding excellence with financial incentives for production and education, and we provide all associates with plenty of work, flexible schedules, paid training and the opportunity to advance.How you will make an impact:
  • Performs and/or assists in the performance of general mechanical duties.
  • Gains experience in fuel systems, electrical systems, transmissions, cooling systems, chassis, brakes, engine tune-up, and general maintenance.
  • Performs trouble shooting on minor problems.
  • Attends training sessions and meetings.
  • Maintains a neat and orderly working area, and proper handling of company tools.
  • Advises the Shop Foreman if additional repair work is necessary.
  • Follows safe work practices and procedures, uses safety equipment when required, responds to suggestions for working safely and seeks assistance when necessary.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
What you will need:
  • Mechanically inclined
  • Experience in truck dealerships, preferred
  • Education - graduate of vocational courses or equivalent experience and training
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs
  • Basic hand tool required
What You Can Expect From Us:At Kenworth Northeast, our mission to provide an exceptional customer experience starts with YOU. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that goes above and beyond for our dedicated employees. We recognize that the success of our company depends on the success of the individual, as well as the team. Here's a look at some of the benefits we offer:
  • 4 medical plan options; employer subsidized
  • Dental and vision
  • Company paid & supplemental life insurance/AD&D
  • Short term & long term disability; group insurance rates
  • Health Savings Account with company contribution
  • Fidelity 401k plan with company match
  • Flexible Paid Time Off
  • Six paid holidays observed per year
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid training and opportunities for growth and development
  • Quarterly tool allowance
  • Annual subsidized safety shoe program
If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, submit your resume today to learn more about what Kenworth has to offer you!Kenworth Northeast is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Keywords: technician, truck mechanic, diesel mechanic, diesel technician, heavy-duty truckExperience and License Requirements:Truck Dealership (optional)Mechanically Inclined (optional)

Kenworth Northeast