Apprentice Diesel Technician

About the role

Are you looking to kickstart or advance your career in heavy-duty equipment service? At Advantage Truck Group in Shrewsbury, we are hiring an Apprentice Diesel Technician to join our team. This paid apprenticeship combines hands-on training, web-based instruction, and mentorship from experienced technicians. Upon successful completion of the 6-to-9-month program, you will transition into a full Technician role on our 2nd shift, equipped to perform preventative maintenance, system diagnostics, and repairs on trucks and heavy equipment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect, test drive, and diagnose malfunctions in buses, trucks, and heavy equipment; read and interpret diagnostic test results; consult with customers on diagnostic findings.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance (oil changes, battery checks, lubrication); adjust and align wheels; repair or replace malfunctioning mechanical and electrical components.
• Safely raise trucks, buses, and heavy equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Test-drive vehicles post-repair to verify proper operation and safety.
• Complete all required web-based and classroom training sessions on or before assigned due dates.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Technical or Trade School certificate preferred.
• Current, valid driver’s license.
• Strong general mechanical knowledge and aptitude.
• High degree of reliability, trustworthiness, positive attitude, and strong work ethic.
• Must pass a CORI check, criminal background check, MVR check, and drug test.

Pay

Apprenticeship Period: $21.00 per hour; Post-Apprenticeship Rate: $25.25 per hour upon successful completion of the program and transition to 2nd shift; Shift Differential: Additional +$5.00 per hour for working 2nd shift for an effective total rate of $30.25/hour.

Schedule

Work Schedule Apprenticeship Period: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, plus a Saturday rotation; Post-Apprenticeship (Full Technician): Monday – Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM, plus a Saturday rotation.

Benefits

• Paid apprenticeship combining hands-on training, web-based instruction, and mentorship.
• Company-paid training.
• Apprentice, co-op and internship programs.
• Community involvement through Hauling for Hunger initiative and Skills USA support.
• Focus on superior employee experience.