Apprentice Technician-Shop

Are you ready to join a dynamic team and play a crucial role in shaping the future of material handling? We are actively seeking a dynamic Apprentice Technician to join our team at of our De Pere location. Our Apprentice Program is a 4-phase program designed to develop your skills as you work towards becoming a Forklift Technician. Each phase will build your knowledge and skill to inspect, diagnose and repair equipment serviced by Wolter.

You will be eligible to earn an increase at the completion of each phase. We provide you with paid opportunities to access E-Learning for various manufacturers, attend training facilitated by our Factory Certified Instructors, and shadow our highly experienced Technicians while working on different types of equipment. As an Apprentice Technician, you will also be provided with a tablet and uniforms to perform your role.

Wolter, Inc. isn't just any company; we're among the fastest-growing privately owned businesses. At Wolter we’re on a mission to move, store, and power the world more efficiently. You’re part of a team that is connected like family and committed to making an impact.

Since the Wolter story began in 1962, our company, like our industry, has been constantly evolving. We have grown to become one of the largest and most diverse industrial equipment and productivity solutions providers in the country. From new & used material handling equipment, service and training to robotics & automation, overhead cranes & hoists, railcar movers, storage solutions, complete engineered systems and more, Wolter is focused on improving operational productivity for its customers.

A complete benefit package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Interest-free Tool Loans and Tool Insurance
• Uniforms for Technicians
• Subsidies for Safety Boots and Safety Glasses
• Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and more!

• Complete all technical schooling provided by Wolter:
  • Classroom
  • E-Learning
  • On-the-job
• Assist technicians with service jobs as assigned to you.
• Develop skills to check-in and check-out our rental equipment.
• Develop skills needed to properly set up new equipment sold to our customers.
• Develop skills needed to prepare stock used equipment so that it is ready for resale, per instructions provided.
• Work with parts department for parts needed to complete repairs.
• Document all recommended additional repairs found, work with Shop Foreman or Lead Tech on preparing quote for customer.
• Communicate with the Shop Foreman, Shop Lead, and/or Shop Manager on any unusual service problems encountered or for any technical assistance needed.
• Complete and submit all paperwork daily for jobs worked on (timecards, maintenance reports etc).
• Communicate with Shop Foreman and/or lead tech as to status of jobs assigned to you.
• Offer assistance to other shop techs, as appropriate.
• Keep shop clean and organized – clean up spills (oil, etc) immediately.
• Always adhere to safety rules and policies at all times.

• Must show the ability to retain knowledge of skills needed to repair powered industrial equipment.
• Must successfully complete any training courses required.
• Must be a good communicator – written and verbal.
• Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Basic computer proficiency and laptop fundamentals.
• Must own tools necessary to perform repairs, per our recommended tool list.
• Must be certified to operate material handling equipment (we will provide this certification).
• Commitment to company vision and mission.

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