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Maintenance Mechanic Apprentice (Gastonia, NC)

Daimler Truck North America
relocation assistance
United States, North Carolina, Gastonia
Apr 16, 2026
Inside the Role TRAINING PROVIDED: O All hands-on training will be provided by a certified Journeyman. This will include repairing electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. Will perform various duties involved in repair and maintenance of a wide variety of machine tools (e.g. CNC Machining Centers, CNC Punches, Shears, Press Brakes, Punch Presses), material handling equipment and auxiliary plant equipment (e.g. HVAC equipment, air compressors, electrical and lighting equipment), cleaning and painting, yard work, lubricating, preventative maintenance. Posting Information We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected. We Take Care of Our Team High School Diploma or equivalent preferred Attached resume required Apprenticeship candidates should successfully complete all ACCUPLACER Exams no later than Friday, 9/17/21. Additional Information Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. at the time of application Final candidate must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check O Will also be required to attend formal classroom training in maintenance related skills. All educational requirements must be completed within a four-year, 8000-hour apprenticeship period. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: O Miscellaneous hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, screw drivers, etc., portable power tools, floor and overhead cranes, articulating and scissors maintenance lifts, forklifts, welders, burn torches, grinders, drill presses, threading equipment, hydraulic presses, meters, ladders and fire protection equipment. REQUIREMENTS FOR JOB: O Should be able to learn and apply all the essential functions of the job. O All employees in this program will be on probation for a period of 2000 hours. Performance will be reviewed by the Joint Apprenticeship Committee regular intervals. Upon completion of the Apprenticeship Program the candidate will be moved to the Journeyman's pay rate of a Grade ST-C. O Apprentices will be required to work across all (3) shifts. O Internal candidate's hourly wage will be determined by the current hourly pay reviewed by the Joint Apprenticeship Committee. Candidates must apply to Cleveland Community College www.clevelandcc.edu After applying contact Sharon Nivens 704-669-4243 to reserve a RISE Testing appointment. O All Apprentice candidates are required to pass a RISE Tier 1 Exam (Math and English) O Exams are given and administered by Cleveland Community College. The applicants that meet the minimum test scores requirements in RISE Testing will receive an interview from the Joint Apprenticeship Committee. O Minimum test scores are as follows: RISE Tier 1 Testing * Math: 70% * English: 70% All candidates must provide a hard copy of the test results or Email test result information to Steve Dean steve.dean@daimertruck.com The selection for these positions will be determined by scores and skillset through a Joint Apprenticeship Selection Committee comprised of equal number of designated members from the Company and Local 5286 Where We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Gastonia Parts Plant. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Schedule Type: Onsite At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all. That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving. Additional Information This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions EEO - Disabled/Veterans Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status. For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.