Intern Technician

About the role

Ziegler partners with reputable technical schools and colleges in the Midwest to prepare students for careers in diesel, heavy equipment mechanics, and technology for the agriculture, construction, and mining industries. Our internship program provides hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing a wide variety of equipment while learning from senior technicians.

Responsibilities

• Assist in troubleshooting and repairing heavy diesel engines, construction, or agriculture equipment in a shop environment.
• Learn to respond to customer needs in a positive, supportive, and timely manner to ensure maximum value for work performed.
• Develop real-world mechanical skills through mentorship from senior-level technicians.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a 2-year degree program in diesel engine mechanics, construction, and/or agricultural equipment mechanics or related study.
• Maintain good grades and receive positive recommendations from instructors.
• Positive attitude and desire to work as a team player.
• Own a mechanic tool set.
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• This role is safety-sensitive and requires a pre-employment drug test.

Minimum Physical Requirements

• Push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Lift/carry up to 60 lbs.
• Lift bulky objects.
• Standing, walking, using hands, talking, hearing, neck rotation, trunk rotation.
• Stair climbing, ladder climbing, repetitive bending, kneeling, sustained squat.
• Forward reaching, overhead reaching, supine overhead reaching, crawling.
• Bin lift, high steps, fingering/grasping – able to use a bolt box.

Working Conditions

May be indoor and/or outdoor. Noise level may be loud at times.

About Ziegler

Founded in 1914, Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer with over 2,400 employees across 30+ locations in Minnesota, Iowa, and northern Missouri. Ziegler’s philosophy is that if the customer is successful, then Ziegler will be successful. We are committed to providing employees with the best possible work environment, the right tools for career development, great benefits, work/life balance, and ongoing professional development and training.

Pay

Starting wage for this position is $21.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Scholarship opportunity.
• Mentorship program.
• Safety boot reimbursement, PPE, and uniforms provided.
• Tool insurance.
• Safe, clean, and friendly work environment.