Job Details

Maintenance Tech Apprentice

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment? Then Old Dominion is the home for you. We take pride in being the best in the industry, and from our humble beginnings we know that our People and our Family Spirit are the main ingredient in our secret sauce to success. At Old Dominion we are looking for individuals to join the OD Family that will provide innovative solutions and exceed expectations to keep OD the premier transportation solutions provider.

This position is to allow a Maintenance Tech Apprentice the opportunity to learn OD Maintenance Shop operations and OD company culture. The apprentice position is part-time to allow students to have flexible work hours while attending school. The apprentice will learn to repair company equipment in a safe, timely, cost-effective, and practical manner, including performing preventative maintenance, general repairs, troubleshooting, and electronic diagnostics. The apprentice will also be tasked with a project throughout the internship and will be required to present on the project at the conclusion of the apprenticeship. Upon completion, the apprentice may be considered for future employment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Learn maintenance shop operations by shadowing team members and various positions, such as Maintenance Technicians, Parts Coordinators, Supervisors, and Managers.
• Learn to repair company equipment effectively and safely.
• Diagnose any mechanical, electrical, or other breakdown or failure to a motor truck or related equipment.
• Gain knowledge of precision instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, voltmeters, digital multi-meters, calibrators, and other electronic diagnostic tools.
• When applicable, learn basic techniques of welding skills and knowledge of metals to complete truck repairs.
• Gain a basic understanding of DOT, EPA, ICC, and OSHA rules and regulations.

Job Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent, currently attending a Diesel Truck Maintenance Degree Program
• GPA minimum of 2.5

Experience:

• Willingness to learn Maintenance Shop Operations and complete assigned projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Great interpersonal skills with a positive attitude

Shift and hours to be determined.