Accelerated Training Program- Shop Technician

Accelerated Training Program- Shop Technician

Req No.

2025-5186

Category

Technicians

Location

US-MO-Hannibal

Type

Regular Full-Time

Union or Non-Union

Non-Union

Division

Heavy

Company

Altorfer Inc

Working Hours / Days

Training Program hours : Monday - Friday. Regular Work hours : 7 : 30am - 4 : 00pm, OT & weekends as needed

Overview

Seeking individuals working in mechanical industries such as automobile, aviation, locomotive, truck or military mechanic applications to develop their skills for them to work in the heavy equipment industry. This program is designed to fast track individuals with previous mechanical experience in becoming an Altorfer Technician. This program provides ten different hands-on training classes. Individuals will attend training at the Altorfer Training Facility in East Peoria, IL, one week per month for 10 months.

Basic Duties

Complete web-based training prerequisites, prior to attending instructor-led training.

• During instructor-led training you'll be taught a different course each month. Courses such as : Intro and Orientation, Diesel Engines, Electrical 1, Electrical 2, Hydraulics, Powertrain 1, Powertrain 2, Tier 4 Final Emissions, Fuel Systems and A / C.
• When individuals are not attending training, they will perform service and repairs on Caterpillar and other types of heavy equipment.
• Operate equipment in a safe manner to find diagnostic errors or technical problems and determine proper solutions.
• Establish and maintain a service-oriented relationship with customers and supervisors.
• Complete service reports in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

While attending the training program you will learn in a classroom and shop environment. When not attending the training program, individuals will work in a shop / warehouse environment. May on a continuous basis walk, bend and lift up to 75-100lbs. May be required to wear appropriate safety equipment (IE- Safety glasses or side shields) when needed. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. May intermittently sit at a desk for a period of time to answer telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through email. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. Must be willing to travel one week out of the month for 10 months. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran .

Why Work for Altorfer?

At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the "A-Team" and is crucial to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a remarkable team of people to work with.

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