Apprentice Diesel Mechanic

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Requisition ID: 246162

Locations: Charlotte

Pay Rate: $18.50/hour

Program Start: July 20, 2026

Job Overview

The Apprenticeship Program is a targeted 12-month program committed to cultivating and developing future Technicians and Mechanics. The program is designed to challenge and grow individuals through a series of core components including on-the-job training, classroom learning, assigned Sr. Leadership mentors/peer coaches, and other avenues for learning. We hope to inspire a purpose-driven career and look forward to your interest in the program. The Apprentice Technician will learn preventive maintenance and repair on different types of equipment. This role will be enrolled in a training program that will provide on the job and classroom training. This role will prepare teammates for the opportunity to progress into a full-time mechanic/technician role with demonstrated experience in the area of interest.

 

Apprentices will be required to attend Central Piedmont Community College as a student while working part-time for Coca-Cola Consolidated to participate in this Apprenticeship Program.

• Program begins July 20, 2026

 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and reports out on assigned learning objectives. Spends time with assigned peer coach and is assigned learning objectives and key milestone for each rotation. Meets key milestones through demonstrating proficiency and critical thinking skills in each area. Provides a high level of service to both internal and external customers. Communicates regularly with leader and assigned peer coach. 
• Travels to other areas within the territory  learn from various leaders and experienced Mechanics and Technicians.  
• Demonstrates business acumen and successful understanding of each milestone through an assessment on completion of learning objectives and leadership feedback throughout the course of the program. Upon completion of the Apprenticeship Program, future placement within the organization will be based on the application process, performance assessments, skillsets, and business needs.
• Completes required coursework and maintains outlined performance standards both in the classroom and on the job.
• Performs some electrical, mechanical diagnostic and repair of customer vehicles and equipment under direction of assigned mentor, including material handling, trailers, and diesel-powered equipment
• Other duties as assigned 
   

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Dependable, trustworthy, timely, self-starter, communication, able to take and understand instruction   
• Needs to complete CDL A by the end of the 1 year program
• Must have a valid drivers license
   

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Work Environment

Noisy, wet, and extreme temperature environment

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.