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What is the difference between Safety Apprentice vs Safety Coordinator?

AspectSafety ApprenticeSafety Coordinator
CertificationsBasic safety training, OSHA 10/30OSHA 30, CSP or other safety certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, on-site, supervisedOffice and on-site, more independent
ResponsibilitiesAssist with safety inspections, learn safety protocolsDevelop safety programs, conduct audits, enforce policies
Industry UsageConstruction, manufacturing, industrialConstruction, industrial, corporate safety departments

The Safety Apprentice role is an entry-level position focused on learning safety procedures and assisting safety teams. In contrast, a Safety Coordinator has more responsibility, including developing safety programs and conducting audits. Both roles are essential in maintaining workplace safety, but they differ in experience level and scope of duties.

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Diesel Service Apprentice / Mechanic

Des Moines, IA โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Key responsibilities

  • Perform light maintenance work such as preventive maintenance, pre-delivery inspections, and light electrical repairs under supervision.

  • Assist Service Technicians in heavy-duty truck repair tasks.

  • Attend training sessions to gain knowledge and experience related to diesel service and repair.


Job description

Job Details
Job Title
Diesel Service Apprentice / Mechanic
Business Function
Service
Branch Name
MHC Kenworth-Des Moines
Date
08-21-2026
Address
4111 Delaware Avenue
City
Des Moines
State
IA
Job Overview & Essential Functions
Murphy-Hoffman Company, LLC is North America's largest Kenworth truck dealership group and leasing group. As MHC continues to grow, we have an opening for a Diesel Service Apprentice / Mechanic. The role of the Diesel Service Apprentice / Mechanic performs light maintenance work under close supervision. First stage of training for Service Technician status.
  • Performs maintenance type work (i.e. preventive maintenance, pre-delivery inspections, light electrical repairs, etc.) under supervision.
  • Assists Service Technician in heavy-duty truck repair.
  • Attends training sessions to gain knowledge and experience.
  • Maintains a neat and orderly work area and properly handles company tools.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

SAFETY-SENSITIVE
This position has been designated as a safety-sensitive position. Any person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana or any other illegal drug may constitute a threat to health or safety or in which a lapse of attention could result in injury, illness, or death, including without limitation a position that includes the operating, repairing, maintaining, or monitoring of heavy equipment, machinery, aircraft, motorized watercraft, or motor vehicles or handling of hazardous materials and/or waste as part of the job duties.
Qualifications
  • Performs maintenance type work (i.e. preventive maintenance, pre-delivery inspections, light electrical repairs, etc.) under supervision.
  • Assists Service Technician in heavy-duty truck repair.
  • Attends training sessions to gain knowledge and experience.
  • Maintains a neat and orderly work area and properly handles company tools.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Benefits
  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
  • Disability and Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off program
  • 401k and Profit Sharing with Employer Match
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Internal Promotion Opportunities
  • On the Job Training

About Us
MHC is an expansion of the original company, Ozark Kenworth, Inc. Ozark Kenworth started in Springfield, Missouri, in January 1975. Opening for business without a Parts or Service department and only three employees in a temporary facility. From there, the company grew and expanded. MHC is now a multi-state network of full-service diesel truck dealerships, leasing and rental operations, transport refrigeration locations, and a finance company which offers a complete array of finance and insurance services. We believe in fostering an environment that helps employees realize their full potential - a place where you can grow as a person and a professional.
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