Who We Are:
From Georgia. For Georgia. ย Since 1914 Yancey Bros. Co. has proudly served as the authorized Caterpillar equipment dealer for Georgia, providing our customers with the highest quality sales, parts, and service. ย From Caterpillar heavy and compact construction equipment to on-highway trucks, we remain committed to learning more about our customers, offering equipment and support to keep up with their changing needs. ย This all starts with our greatest assetโฆour employees.
What You Will Be Doing:
Do you enjoy working with your hands?ย Do you have a natural knack for fixing and repairing things?ย Are you interested in a career as a diesel technician? Yancey has multiple apprenticeship opportunities that offer classroom and hands-on training to prepare you to work as a Heavy Equipment Diesel Technician.ย
Starting pay is $18-$23 per hour with scheduled increases at the 6-month and 12-month marks.ย All apprentices are provided with a complete set of tools (valued at $8,000) to use during their training and are eligible to keep them after two years of employment. ย This is a full-time entry level position which allows for advancement through the Yancey career development program after completion.ย
About the Accelerated Apprenticeship Program:- 4 months of instructor-led training with a group of up to six trainees, followed by a structured mentorship program through your first year of employment.
- Follow an outline of class material, hands-on training, and process / procedure experiences under the supervision of your instructor to prepare you for a career as a Heavy Equipment Diesel Technician.ย
- Includes a structured task / accomplishment check-in cycle.
About the Ride-Along Apprenticeship Program:- 12-months of one-on-one training; 6-months with a designated field service technician as your mentor, and 6-months in a shop environment.
- Attend five facilitated classes covering: engines, hydraulics, electrical, preventative maintenance, and air conditioning certification.ย
- Work with your mentor to complete hands-on training and process / procedure experiences to prepare you for a career as a Heavy Equipment Diesel Technician.ย
Education/Experience:- The knowledge, skills, and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.ย ย
Required Qualifications/Skills:- 18 years of age or older.
- Meet Yancey employment requirements. All mechanical testing, background checks, driving record checks and drug screening will be conducted.
Preferred Qualifications/Skills:- Previous mechanical experience.ย
Environmental Job Requirements:
Environment:
- Most of your time is spent standing/walking.
- Willing to work in extreme weather conditions and around loud noises.
Physical:
- Will require appropriate Personal Protection Equipment to be worn.
- Able to operate and climb underneath equipment.
- Able to lift, carry, and lower up to 100 lbs.
Travel:
Who We Are Looking For:
To be successful in this position you should have basic mechanical aptitude and a desire to work in the Heavy Equipment industry as a technician. ย You should have the drive to learn a new set of skills and be safety conscious. ย The ability to multitask, problem solve, and provide superior customer service are essential to this position as well.