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It’s the Start of a Career.

Some people see a truck.

You see how it works.

You’re the type of person who…

• Stops to look under the hood.
• Wants to know why something broke, not just that it broke.
• Likes working on trucks, tractors, pickups, motorcycles, dirt bikes, race cars, ATVs, or heavy equipment.
• Doesn't mind getting your hands dirty.
• Enjoys solving mechanical problems.

Maybe you grew up on a farm.

Maybe you're graduating from high school or technical college.

Maybe you've spent years wrenching on your own projects because that's what you genuinely enjoy.

If you're looking for more than just another job...

Keep reading.

Rihm Kenworth is a fourth-generation, family-owned dealership group that has proudly represented Kenworth for more than 75 years. We are one of the oldest Kenworth dealerships in the world and have built our reputation by investing in our people, taking care of our customers, and doing business the right way.

Our company is guided by our 4 Es of Doing Business:

• Effective
• Efficient
• Equity
• Expansion

We believe great careers aren't found.

They're built.

That's why we've created our Heavy Duty Parts Career Development Program, designed to help mechanically minded individuals build rewarding careers in one of the most respected industries in North America.

Position Summary

The Heavy Duty Parts Apprentice is a hands-on career development position designed for individuals with strong mechanical aptitude who want to build a long-term career in the heavy-duty truck industry.

You don't need previous parts experience.

We believe mechanical aptitude, curiosity, and a strong work ethic are more valuable than experience.

If you enjoy learning, aren't afraid to ask questions, and like figuring out how things work, we'll teach you everything else.

Working alongside experienced Parts Specialists, you'll receive hands-on training while learning every aspect of the commercial truck parts business.

What You'll Learn

As part of the program, you'll learn how to:

• Identify heavy-duty truck and trailer parts using VINs, OEM parts catalogs, and dealership software.
• Support diesel technicians, fleet managers, owner-operators, and commercial truck customers.
• Understand how diesel engines, brakes, suspensions, steering, cooling systems, drivelines, electrical systems, and emissions systems work.
• Receive, stock, organize, and manage inventory.
• Process customer orders, special orders, and returns.
• Develop customer service and communication skills.
• Become a trusted technical resource that customers rely on every day.

Every day you'll continue building knowledge that will stay with you throughout your career.

Why Join the Program?

• Starting Pay: $22.00 to $25.00 per hour, based on experience, education, mechanical aptitude, and overall qualifications.
• Get paid while you learn.
• No four-year college degree required.
• Learn from experienced diesel technicians and Parts Professionals.
• Work with the latest Kenworth trucks and industry-leading technology.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
• Employee discounts.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Long-term career advancement opportunities.

Your Career Could Look Like This

• Heavy Duty Parts Apprentice

to

• Heavy Duty Parts Specialist

to

• Lead Parts Specialist

to

• Outside Parts Sales Representative

to

• Parts Manager

to

• Corporate Parts Leadership

Many of our leaders started in entry-level positions.

If you're willing to learn, work hard, and continue growing, we'll help you build an incredible career.

Who We're Looking For

We're not looking for someone with years of parts experience.

We're looking for someone who loves figuring out how things work.

Successful candidates often have backgrounds such as:

• Farm or agricultural experience.
• Diesel, automotive, agricultural, or heavy equipment technical education.
• Working on trucks, tractors, pickups, motorcycles, race cars, dirt bikes, ATVs, or equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Curiosity and a desire to learn.
• Dependability and a positive attitude.
• Basic computer skills.

You don't have to check every box.

If you're mechanically inclined, willing to work hard, and excited to build a career, we'd encourage you to apply.

We'd rather hire someone with the right attitude and teach them the technical skills than hire someone with experience who isn't excited to learn.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift throughout the workday.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work in office, warehouse, and shop environments.

Work Environment

• Professional dealership environment.
• Moderate noise level.
• Regular interaction with customers, technicians, and warehouse personnel.
• Occasional exposure to warehouse and shop environments.

Ready to Build Your Career?

If you're the type of person who enjoys solving problems, learning new skills, working with great people, and wants more than just another job...

We'd like to meet you.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of tasks, responsibilities, or duties. Rihm Family Companies reserves the right to amend this document to meet legal, business, and organizational requirements as necessary.

 *Rihm Family Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Females/Vets/Disabilities).