Technician Trainee ; ThinkBIG Pre-Apprentice

Overview

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Hawthorne Cat is a family-owned company that has led its markets for over 60 years in the sale, rental, and servicing of construction machinery and power generation equipment for industries on which our communities depend like agriculture, construction, marine, and government.

Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success. Hawthorne Cat hires individuals who share our vision of Building Better Communities with our Customers and our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence (PRIDE).

If you are looking to build your future with an established, thriving company with countless opportunities for growth and advancement, you’ve come to the right place. Hawthorne Cat is always looking for exceptionally skilled, hardworking individuals interested in contributing to our success and the communities we serve. Our people are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Technician Trainee 1 (Think

BIG Pre-Apprentice) must successfully complete 6 months in this role to be eligible for the Think

BIG Apprenticeship in fall 2026. The Think

BIG Apprenticeship is a 5-year Scholarship/Apprenticeship program designed to provide education and hands-on experience toward an AS degree in Diesel Technology from San Joaquin Delta College in Stockton, CA. During the program, trainees will be enrolled in technical and academic coursework and will work in one of our Service Departments in Hawai'i receiving paid on-the-job training (OJT). There is a five-year stay agreement toward completing school and OJT requirements to earn a journey-level certificate.

In the first two years, students rotate between full-time study at San Joaquin Delta College and OJT in Hawai'i.

Under supervision of more senior technicians, the Technician Trainee 1 (Think

BIG Pre-Apprentice) will perform duties as assigned by management in the repair, maintenance, and rebuilding of equipment in the service shop or field, in a safe, efficient, and capable manner with the least amount of labor hours and minimal rework.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs all Caterpillar and allied product Preventative Maintenance services.
• Performs technician duties as directed by a supervisor.
• Follows Hawthorne company policies and all safety measures.
• Takes initiative.
• Disassembles, cleans, and reassembles Caterpillar, allied product machines, and Ag & Turf and industrial products serviced by the Service Department.
• Measures and identifies parts and components for reusability or replacement, ordering new parts as required.
• Performs all requirements found in Caterpillar and other allied lubrication, maintenance, and warranty guidelines.
• Attends training classes as directed and obtains passing grades.
• Completes Service Reports in a timely manner and in accordance with HPC standards.
• Travels within HPC established territory as required.
• Operates HPC service vehicles.
• Adheres to HPC safety, housekeeping, credit, and other rules, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains a favorable business relationship with customers, suppliers, and personnel from other HPC departments.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Must have a Driver's License with a good driving record.
• Must be able to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Walking and moving about on foot often through uneven terrain.
• Hands/arms operating equipment, hand and power tools.
• Handling: seizes, helps, or works with hands.
• Lifting: raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools.
• Reaching: extends hands and arms in any direction.
• Stooping: bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.
• Standing: remains in standing position if required to perform various functions of the job.
• Climbing: in and out of equipment.
• Vision: reads work tickets and parts and service books and operates heavy equipment.
• Talking: communications by radio, phone, and in person.
• Hearing: hears well enough to discern mechanical…