Maintenance Apprenticeship

Shape the future today. The world is changing. The question is, what will be our contribution to the outcome? We have set the pace in the field of mobility from the very beginning, and we will continue to do so. At Mercedes-Benz Vans, interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow. Our goal is to make mobility safer, simpler, and more sustainable for people across the globe. Put your pioneering spirit to good use in a collaborative environment that sparks game-changing concepts.

About the role

As an Apprentice, you will attend school (studying Mechatronics) while working in the shops to shadow and perform basic maintenance tasks and repairs. This is a learning role designed to help you gain skills for future responsibilities, including preventive maintenance and project work.

Responsibilities

• Shadow Multi-Craft Maintenance Technicians to learn equipment and repairs
• Assist in departments as needed, performing various maintenance-related tasks to support business needs
• Conduct daily equipment checks and inspections
• Perform preventive maintenance as required
• Manage small projects as needed
• Participate in regularly scheduled meetings
• Attend training classes at ECPI during business hours
• Interact and assist team members by following defined procedures and solutions
• Other duties as needed

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment and general mechanical/electrical understanding
• Must be a Mercedes-Benz Vans team member with at least 90 days of service and in good standing (no corrective actions or attendance issues above written warning)
• Must pass school entrance exam with 80% or higher
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends for preventive maintenance and projects
• Willingness to work any shift or shop upon successful completion of the program, as determined by business needs

Skills

• Perform repair work, including necessary disassembly and re-assembly of production equipment
• Perform equipment preventive maintenance tasks to ensure manufacturer-recommended specifications are maintained
• Maintain repair and maintenance records
• Conduct daily equipment checks and monitor production equipment performance
• Interact with and support associates within assigned production areas
• Procure operative materials, equipment, and service providers
• Basic computer skills

Benefits

• Employee mobile phone options
• Health initiatives
• Employee discounts
• Employee events
• Parking available

Location: Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC, 8501 Palmetto Commerce Pkwy, Ladson, 29456