Apprenticeship Program - Maintenance Mechanic (Gastonia, Nc)

Inside the Role
Apprenticeship Program - Maintenance Mechanic - Gastonia NC
Innovative products begin with talented, highly motivated individuals. Daimler Truck North America (DTNA), the largest and most diverse company in North American commercial vehicle market, invites you to join our dynamic team! When you work for a Daimler company, you join a worldwide network of over 250,000 dedicated employees on six continents who share your passion. Be a part of a world-class team who "Keep the World Moving" through the manufacturing of Heavy Duty Trucks
We Take Care of Our Team
What You Drive at DTNA
TRAINING PROVIDED:

• All hands on training will be provided by a certified Journeyman. This will include repair of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. Will perform various duties involved in repair and maintenance of a wide variety of machine tools (e.g. CNC Machining Centers, CNC Punches, Shears, Press Brakes, Punch Presses), material handling equipment and auxiliary plant equipment (e.g. HVAC equipment, air compressors, electrical and lighting equipment), cleaning and painting, yard work, lubricating, preventative maintenance.

• Will also be required to attend formal class room training in maintenance related skills. All educational requirements must be completed within a four year, 8000 hour apprenticeship period.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

• Miscellaneous hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, screw drivers, etc., portable power tools, floor and overhead cranes, articulating and scissors maintenance lifts, fork lifts, welders, burn torches, grinders, drill presses, threading equipment, hydraulic presses, meters, ladders and fire protection equipment.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Should be able to learn and apply all the essential functions of the job.

• Employees in this program will be on probation for a period of 2000 hours. Performance will be reviewed by the Joint Apprenticeship Committee regular intervals. Upon completion of the Apprenticeship program the candidate will be moved to the Journeyman's pay rate of a Grade 6.

• Apprentices will be required to work across all (3) shifts.

Candidates must apply to Cleveland Community College www.clevelandcc.edu. After applying contact Sharon Nivens 704-669-4243 to reserve a RISE Testing appointment.

• All Apprentice candidates are required to pass a RISE Tier 1 Exam (Math and English)

• Exams are given and administered by Cleveland Community College. The applicants that meet the minimum test scores requirements in RISE Testing will receive an interview from the Joint Apprenticeship Committee.

• Minimum test scores are as follows:

RISE Tier 1 Testing

• Math: 70%
• English: 70%

All candidates must provide a hard copy of the test results or Email test result information to Steve Dean steve.dean@daimertruck.com
The selection for these positions will be determined by scores and skillset through a Joint Apprenticeship Selection Committee comprised of equal number of designated members from the Company and Local 5286.
Additional Job Description
This position offers:

• Starting pay of $20.49/hr +. NOTE: Starting wage is dependent upon scores and current skillset determined by the Joint Apprenticeship Selection Committee
• Journeyman's top pay is reached at $31.52/hr
• Pay increases determined by the Apprenticeship Wage Scale
• Additional $0.75/hr shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift
• Benefits included: Paid Holiday, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K+ Matching, Tuition Assistance, Quarterly Attendance Bonus, Wellness Benefit - Premise Health (Employees/Dependents Only)

We are committed to culture that creates flexibility and encourages a supportive working environment that achieves the needs of our employees and business.
Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Additional technical/college education is a plus

Where We Work
This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Gastonia Parts Plant
How We Collaborate
To continue building a great place to work for all, we are committed to a culture that creates flexibility and encourages a supportive working environment that achieves the needs of our business and employees.
Schedule Type:
Onsite
At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.
That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.
Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.
For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.