Technician Trainee 1 (ThinkBIG Pre-Apprentice) - Military veterans preferred

Hawthorne CAT® is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status Hawthorne CAT® participates in E-Verify

POSITION SUMMARY: The Technician Trainee 1 (ThinkBIG Pre-Apprentice) must successfully work within their role for 6 months to be eligible for the ThinkBIG Apprenticeship in fall 2026. The ThinkBIG Apprenticeship is a 5-year Scholarship/Apprenticeship program designed to give candidates both education and hands on experience. During participation in this program, students will be enrolled in technical and academic course work, working toward an AS degree in Diesel Technology from San Joaquin Delta College in Stockton, CA. The remaining time is spent with one of our Service Departments at one of our branches in Hawai'i receiving paid on-the-job training (OJT). Once the AS degree is started, there is a five year stay agreement, which builds toward comletion of a combination of all school and OJT requirements needed to earn a journey-level certificate. During the first two years of the apprenticeship, students will rotate between attending school full-time at San Joaquin Delta College in California, and receiving OJT in Hawai'i.

Under the supervision of more senior technicians, the Technician Trainee 1 (ThinkBIG Pre-Apprentice) will perform duties as assigned by management in the repair, maintenance, and rebuilding of equipment in the service shop or field, in a safe, efficient, and capable manner in the least amount of labor hours necessary and without rework.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Performs all Caterpillar and allied product Preventative Maintenance services.
2. Performs technician duties as directed by a supervisor.
3. Follows and adheres to Hawthorne company policies.
4. Follows all safety measures.
5. Takes initiative.
6. Disassembles, cleans, and reassembles Caterpillar, allied product machines, and Ag& Turf and industrial products serviced by the Service Department.
7. Measures and identifies parts and components for reusability or replacement, ordering new parts as required.
8. Performs all requirements found in Caterpillar and other allied lubrication and maintenance and warranty guidelines.
9. Attends training classes as directed and obtains passing grades.
10. Completes Service Reports in a timely manner and in accordance with HPC standards.
11. Travel as required within HPC established territory.
12. Operates HPC service vehicles.
13. Adheres strictly to HPC safety, housekeeping, credit, and other rules, policies, and procedures.
14. Maintains a favorable business relationship with customers, suppliers, and personnel from other HPC departments.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

1. Must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.
2. Must have a Drivers License with a good driving record.
3. PC skills required.
4. Must have the ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Walking and moving about on foot often through uneven terrain.
2. Hands/arms operating equipment, hand and power tools.
3. Handling: Seizes, helps, or works with hands.
4. Lifting: Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools.
5. Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.
6. Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.
7. Standing: Remains in standing position if required to perform various functions of the job.
8. Climbing: In and out of equipment.
9. Vision: Reads work tickets and parts and service books and operate heavy equipment.
10. Talking: Communications by radio, phone, and in person.
11. Hearing: Hears well enough to discern mechanical problems for safety in and around shop and construction sites and to receive communication by radio, phone, and in person.
12. Sitting: Sits in equipment and vehicles.
13. Lying: Lies in prone position under vehicles and equipment.
14. Lifting: Up to 60 lbs. daily, frequent exertion.

  ENVIRONMENTAL:   

1. Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.
2. Temp/Weather: Works in a service shop environment.
3. Exposure: Foul odors, fumes and harsh substances.

Heres what we Offer

• A great work environment and culture
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Training
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Medical Video Appointments available
• Health Savings Account available
• Vacation/Sick Time
• 401(k) Plan + Company Matching
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Legal Plan
• Travel Assistance Plan
• Wellness Programs
• Referral Bonus Program, Longevity Bonus Program, and Recognition Programs 
• Hawthorne CAT discounts
• Boot Reimbursement
• Company-Supplied Uniforms
• Opportunity to earn an AA in diesel mechanics from San Joaquin Delta College
• Sponsored tuition, books, round trip flights from HI to CA and back, and complete toolset while attending school
• Opportunity to be gifted the complete tool set for GPA of 3.2 or higher
• Housing assistance while attending school in California
• Estimated Compensation $28.66 per hour while working full-time

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