Diesel Technician Trainee

About the role

We are looking for highly driven, mechanically inclined individuals passionate about developing a career as Heavy Equipment or Electric Power Generation technician to join the Milton CAT Diesel Technician Trainee program! The Diesel Technician Training program has a set start date in January 2027, and we are hiring now for a limited number of trainee spots. Applications will be accepted from now through mid November. We plan to begin our application review process in October. This is a paid training program. Starting pay rate for Trainees hired for NY locations is $30.01 per hour.

Why Milton CAT? The exclusive authorized dealer of Caterpillar equipment in the Northeast, Milton CAT is one of the largest Caterpillar dealerships in the world and is the “big kid’s sandbox” for the most recognizable earthmoving and power systems equipment in the world. Milton CAT is looking to invest in and develop the right candidates to expand our service team.

Pay

Starting pay rate for Trainees hired for NY locations is $30.01 per hour.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off + 8 company paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Additional union benefits
• Union pension – employer contribution to employee’s pension
• Employee Referral Program – earn money for referring people to work here
• Exceptional training and advancement opportunities
• Yearly tool and safety footwear allowances

Responsibilities

• 2,000 hours of intensive training over 12 months: 1,600 hours hands‑on on‑the‑job training and 450 hours instructor‑led training and computer‑based learning.
• Rotate through various technical areas within facilities, working alongside experienced Caterpillar technicians.
• Regional travel required for on‑site orientations and training classes at the Massachusetts corporate facility (all training and travel expenses paid).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of experience servicing heavy equipment, or equivalent education in automotive/diesel/related mechanical vocational program strongly preferred.
• Strong adherence to safety, and strong customer service, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Solid mechanical aptitude with a desire to learn and ability to adapt.
• Proficient in the use of computer technology (laptop and related software systems).
• Clean and valid driver’s license required.
• A background check and drug test are required as part of the pre‑employment process.