Central Oregon Truck Company is a nationwide leader in flatbed trucking and is looking to give a mechanic apprentice an opportunity to be part of our team with no experience required. We will provide a toolbox and tools to the apprentice free of charge. We are looking for someone with a mechanical aptitude and willing to pay attention to detail.
Position Profile
The apprentice technician is responsible for helping journey technicians with repairs and preventive maintenance on semi-trucks and trailers.
Tools will be given free of charge to the apprentice in return of 1 year of work (2080) hours.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• On the job training for repairing and maintaining equipment.
• Basic repairs such as oil changes, lubes, brakes, lighting, and air bags.
Qualifications:
• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Skills and Abilities:
• Must possess skills in the following:
• Safety-first mindset and behaviors
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required
• Ability to commutate effectively, both written and oral
• Ability to work well with persons at all levels within the organization
• High attention to detail
• Basic mathematical skills
• Complete tasks timely with a great attention to detail
• Must comply with the company’s time and attendance policy
• Must be able to read, write and speak English at a level that would allow the communication and comprehension of job-related information, instructions, regulations, signs, maps, MSDS guidelines, required paperwork, memos, etc.
• Be able to work with a sense of urgency ensuring deadlines are met or exceeded and drivers are able to meet their time constraints
Other Requirements:
• Ability to secure and maintain a driver’s license valid in the State of Oregon
• Must be able to comply with the company’s time and attendance policy
• Will be subject to successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background
Schedule:
• This is a full-time position. Shop hours are Mon-Fri 7AM-11:30PM. Sat-Sun 7AM-3:30PM. We have day shift and swing shift. Nights or weekend work may be required.
• Full time
• 8hr shifts with over time available
Pay:
• DOE $18-$20hr
