Tech Trainee
Listed on 2026-09-17
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Field/Service Technician, Installation Technician
Hawthorne CAT® is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status Hawthorne CAT® participates in E-Verify Kahului, Hawaii, United States
Position Title: Tech Trainee 1
Job Title: Tech Trainee 1
Reports to: Service Manager
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Division: HPC
Department: Service
Union: ILWU
Locations: Maui
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of more skilled technicians, the Tech Trainee 1 primarily performs helper duties for employees in the Service Department. The Tech Trainee 1 may at times perform unskilled or semiskilled duties in assigned areas. The Tech Trainee 1 will remain in the Trainee 1 classification for a minimum period of 1 year. During this period, the Tech Trainee 1 will attend all assigned training classes and obtain passing grades.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND
SKILLS REQUIRED:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Moves about on foot, often through uneven terrain.
Operates equipment and hand and power tools.
Seizes, helps, or works with hands.
Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools.
Extends hands and arms in any direction.
Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.
Remains in standing position if required to perform various functions of the job.
In and out of equipment.
Goes up and down in man lifts.
Reads work tickets and parts and service books and operates heavy equipment.
Communicates by radio, phone, and in person.
Hears well enough to discern mechanical problems for safety in and around shop and construction sites and to receive communication by radio, phone, and in person.
Sits in equipment and vehicles for extended periods.
Lies in prone position under vehicles and equipment for extended periods.
Lifts up to 60lbs. daily, frequent exertion.
ENVIRONMENTAL:
Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.
Works outside and in shop with variations of temperature and weather.
Subject to foul odors, fumes, and harsh substances.
- Competitive Compensation
- A great work environment and culture
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Training
- Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- Medical video appointments available
- Health Savings Account available
- Paid Time Off (PTO) Pay
- 401(k) Plan + Company Matching
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Legal Plan
- Travel Assistance Plan
- Wellness Programs
- Referral Bonus Program
- Longevity Bonus Program
- Recognition Programs and much more
- Hawthorne CAT discounts
- Boot Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Company-Supplied Uniforms
- Advanced Technical Training
- Estimated Compensation $30.91
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ACCOMMODATIONS:Reasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered.
Hawthorne Cat is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/V/D
Hawthorne Cat Participates in E-Verify.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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