SkillBridge Technician Apprentice

Who We Are:

From Georgia. For Georgia.  Since 1914 Yancey Bros. Co. has proudly served as the authorized Caterpillar equipment dealer for Georgia, providing our customers with the highest quality sales, parts, and service.  From Caterpillar heavy and compact construction equipment to on-highway trucks, we remain committed to learning more about our customers, offering equipment and support to keep up with their changing needs.  This all starts with our greatest asset…our employees.

What You Will Be Doing:

Are you planning to transition out of the military to the civilian sector? Do you enjoy working with your hands? Do you have a natural knack for fixing and repairing things? Are you interested in a career as a diesel technician?

Yancey's SkillBridge Technician Apprenticeship is a training program for U.S. Military Service Members within or nearing 180-days of separation from active duty. You will complete a structured learning program that builds skill sets to become a Heavy Equipment Diesel Technician at Yancey Bros. Co.

Topics will include: 

• Basic hydraulics, electronics, and engines
• Business specific systems: SIS, ET, and Service Link 
• Business specific procedures: SLAM reports and Service Report writing 
• Yancey / CAT specific systems and repair procedures 

About the Program:

• Follow an outline of class material, hands-on training, and process / procedure experiences under the supervision of your mentor to prepare you for a career as a Heavy Equipment Diesel Technician. 
• Includes a structured task / accomplishment check-in cycle.

Education/Experience:

• 18 years of age or older.
• The knowledge, skills, and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.   
• This position is held exclusively for U.S. Military Service Members within or nearing 180-days of separation from active duty.  

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• No experience necessary.
• Meet Yancey employment requirements. All mechanical testing, background checks, and drug screening will be conducted.

Environmental Job Requirements:
Environment:

• Most of your time is spent standing/walking.
• Willing to work in extreme weather conditions and around loud noises.

Physical:

• Will require appropriate Personal Protection Equipment to be worn.
• Able to operate and climb underneath equipment.
• Able to lift, carry, and lower up to 100 lbs.

Travel:

• Not required.

Who We Are Looking For:

This position is held exclusively for U.S. Military Service Members within or nearing 180-days of separation from active duty.  Preferred candidates will have a strong mechanical aptitude and desire to learn about diesel mechanics.  The ability to take direction and work in a team environment is essential to this position.