• Technician Development Academy - Heavy Equipment

    Ohio Machinery Co (Perrysburg, OH)


    Are you ready to launch your career working on legendary Caterpillar machines?

     

    At Ohio CAT, we’re more than just a Caterpillar dealership — we’re a team of problem-solvers, hands-on experts, and trusted partners to our customers. We don’t just sell and rent heavy equipment — we keep it running strong

     

    As a Technician Development Academy Intern Trainee in Heavy Equipment, you’ll train hands-on with the best in the business—servicing the powerful equipment that keeps America moving.

     

    Why Ohio CAT?

     

    + Work on cutting-edge machines used in construction, mining, and infrastructure.

    + Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and growth.

    + Enjoy outstanding job security in a high-demand industry.

    Program Highlights:

    + Eight-month program combining instructor-led classroom, lab, and shop experience.

    + Program alternates weekly between one of our Ohio Cat training facilities (Cleveland or Columbus) and your home shop.

    + ~640 hours of hands-on training on Caterpillar heavy equipment.

    + Comprehensive training in:

    + CAT System Fundamentals

    + Safety & Rigging

    + Machine Familiarization

    + Electrical 1 & 2

    + Powertrain 1 & 2

    + Engines 1 & 2

    + Hydraulics 1 & 2

    + Air Conditioning

    + Applied Failure Analysis

    + Preventive Maintenance

    + And MORE

    What You’ll Do:

    + Learn to service and repair Caterpillar heavy equipment.

    + Master the basics of engines, electrical systems, and welding.

    + Collaborate with expert technicians and serve real customers.

    + Build a foundation for a lifelong career with a global leader.

    Who You Are:

    + High school diploma or equivalent.

    + Mechanical aptitude and a passion for hands-on work.

    + Strong communication and teamwork skills.

    + Eager to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.

    Benefits:

    + $25.00 per hour, paid training program

    + Receive a tool set/or voucher upon training completion.

    + Retirement plan

    + First-year vacation and personal time, which is based on the length of service

    + Two different Health Insurance options, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option

    + Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

    + Dental and Vision Insurance

    + Credit Union Access

    + Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability

    + Scholarship opportunities for employees' spouses and children, through the Ohio Machinery Education and Opportunity Foundation

    + Company SuccessShare bonuses

    + The company provided and laundered uniforms

    + Continued technical and professional training

    Physical Requirements:

    + Lifting/Carrying 40 lb. Lift/Carry and 50lb pulling

    + Standing/Sitting Up and down stairs, standing, sitting, and climbing into machines

    + Dexterity Normal

    + Repetitive Motions: Frequent movements requiring the use of hands, wrists, and fingers.

    + The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in office settings and moderate to loud in other situations, with both constant and sudden loud noises possible.

     

    EEO, Veterans & Disabled Employer, and VEVRAA/503 Federal Contractor.