Marine Service Apprentice

Overview

Florida Detroit Diesel Allison is searching for a Marine Service Apprentice.

Position Summary

Responsible for learning how to perform preventative maintenance and routine mechanical repairs on the customer’s vessel, at dock or sea on customer's equipment including engines, engine components, propulsion systems, electronics, and subassemblies, as instructed by senior level Marine Field Service Technicians and Group Leaders.

Responsibilities



* Learn basic parts, processes, and maintenance techniques as instructed by more senior level Marine Field Service Technicians.


* Work with more senior level Marine Field Service Technicians to understand how to accurately troubleshoot and diagnose routine problems with customer’s equipment.


* Retrieve parts and other supplies for more senior level Marine Field Service Technicians.


* Learn how to complete all work orders and time sheets in a legible, accurate, and timely manner.


* Provide assistance to more senior level Marine Field Service Technicians on larger jobs.

Qualifications



* The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.


* Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.


* Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.


* Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.


* Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Education/Experience:


* High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required and no prior experience necessary.


* Basic mechanical aptitude required.


* Clean driving record and valid Driver’s License required.

Computer Skills:

Basic computer navigation and utilization skills required.

Physical Activities & Requirements:

Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception) Sense of Smell

Sense of Touch

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the position, location, and/or customer.

Working Conditions:

Work at various customers' place of business outside and/or in a shop environment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.