Do you love turning wrenches? Have you always wanted training to work on Caterpillar Equipment? Are you looking for a career and not just a job? Quinn CAT's Think Big Program is a terrific opportunity to learn and grow within a company that has been in business for 100 years!
SUMMARY
Successfully complete all requirements for the AS Degree through San Joaquin Delta College, complete assigned e-learning course requirements, completion and timely reporting of all work records as required by the Apprenticeship Committee within the time required by the Think BIG Program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Successfully complete placement testing, achieving minimum college requirements at San Joaquin Delta College and have a minimum score of 70 on the mechanical aptitude test.
- Be available to alternate 9 weeks at Delta College with 9 weeks at the Dealership during the first two years of the program.
- Complete all required general education and Caterpillar classes at San Joaquin Delta College with at least a 2.0 GPA (“C” Average) in each class. Complete all required e-learning.
- Successfully complete job assignments as directed by the mentor at each dealership.
- Maintain a professional appearance and attitude throughout the program and after completion of the program.
- Demonstrate Quinn Company Values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Quality, and Service.
- Upon graduation, work full time as an Think BIG Apprentice for two years to attain Journey Level certificate.
COMPETENCIES
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics; Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer and employee needs; Solicits employee feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
- Ethics - Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
- Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma or GED, must have achieved at least a “C” grade in two semesters of Algebra and two semesters of English Composition, or tested to this equivalency in the military or after leaving the military.
- Attendance at a trade school is not required, but preferred.
While experience is not required, it is beneficial to the candidate, especially in the areas of diesel technology, hydraulics and electronics.
Quinn is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/DV
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
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