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.

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.

Responsibilities

• The Diesel Technician Training program consists of 2,000 hours of intensive training across a 12-month period, including:
  • 1,600 hours of hands on, on-the-job training
  • 450 hours of instructor led training and computer based learning
• Trainees will rotate through a variety of technical areas within our facilities and work elbow-to-elbow with some of the best Caterpillar technicians in the industry.
• Regional travel is required to attend on-site orientations and training classes at our corporate facility in Massachusetts.
• All company based training and travel expense is paid.
• The Diesel Technician Trainee program is a highly selective program.
• Successful applicants will participate in an interview process prior to being notified of a decision regarding acceptance into the program.
• Acceptance is not guaranteed as spaces are limited.
• Upon successful completion of the Diesel Technician Trainee program, Trainees have the opportunity to be offered a full-time technician position at any Milton CAT or Milton Rents location.

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