Apprenticeship Program - Maintenance Mechanic (gastonia, Nc)

Freightliner Trucks

Gastonia, NC, US
Not specified; upon completion moved to journeyman...
Onsite
Repair electrical mechanical hydraulic pneumatic equipment
Operate cnc machining centers and machine tools
Perform preventative maintenance on plant equipment
Freightliner Trucks is seeking candidates for its Apprenticeship Program for Maintenance Mechanics in Gastonia, NC. This role offers comprehensive training in mechanical maintenance, with a focus on hands-on experience and formal education throughout the apprenticeship period

Job Summary

  • This apprenticeship program provides all hands-on training by a certified Journeyman covering electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs.
  • Candidates must complete formal classroom training and an 8000-hour apprenticeship period within four years to reach Journeyman pay rates.
  • The role involves repairing and maintaining a wide variety of machine tools, material handling equipment, and auxiliary plant systems at the Gastonia Parts Plant.

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Freightliner Trucks is seeking candidates for its Apprenticeship Program for Maintenance Mechanics in Gastonia, NC. This role offers comprehensive training in mechanical maintenance, with a focus on hands-on experience and formal education throughout the apprenticeship period.

Salary

Not specified; Upon completion moved to Journeyman's pay rate of Grade ST-C

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Repair electrical mechanical hydraulic pneumatic equipment
  • Operate CNC Machining Centers and machine tools
  • Perform preventative maintenance on plant equipment
  • Work across all three shifts
  • Pass RISE Tier 1 Exam with 70% in Math and English

Nice-to-have

  • Highly motivated individual
  • Team player in dynamic environment
  • Willingness to learn new skills

Key Requirements

  • Must apply to Cleveland Community College
  • Must pass RISE Tier 1 Exam (Math: 70%, English: 70%)
  • Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the US
  • Must successfully complete criminal background check
  • Must successfully complete pre-employment drug screen

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the US

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