About the Role
This apprenticeship program is designed to help qualified U.S. Military Veterans transition into the commercial truck industry by providing hands-on dealership experience while working toward certification requirements.
Responsibilities
- Support dealership service operations by assisting with the inspection, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of Isuzu commercial vehicles.
- Work alongside dealership service teams.
- Participate in on-the-job learning.
- Complete program-related apprenticeship requirements.
Requirements
- Transitioning Service Member or U.S. Military Veteran status.
- 3–5 years of military or civilian technician work experience.
- Honorable military discharge or Commander’s Statement of Service.
- Hands-on experience with diesel, automotive, heavy equipment, aircraft, generator, fleet maintenance, or related mechanical systems.
- Ability to provide work references.
- Clean driving record, as attested by the applicant.
- Ability to complete the IVAP technical assessment.
- Ability to pass applicable dealership background, driving record, or drug screening requirements.
Skills
- Wheeled vehicle maintenance
- Diesel mechanics
- Heavy equipment maintenance
- Automotive repair
- Aircraft maintenance
- Generator maintenance
- Fleet maintenance
- Military maintenance supervision
- Diesel engine maintenance or repair experience
- Commercial trucks, fleet vehicles, or heavy equipment experience
- Diagnostic tools, hand tools, and shop equipment familiarity
- Experience working with electrical, braking, suspension, HVAC, or driveline systems
- ASE certifications, technical school training, or military maintenance training
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Strong communication skills
- Strong teamwork skills
Location
- West Allis, Wisconsin
Work Type
- Full-time employment
- Apprenticeship
Experience Level
- 3-5 years technician work experience
Education Level
- Technical school training
- Military maintenance training
Benefits
- Access to tools, equipment, vehicles, and training needed to complete apprenticeship and certification requirements.
About the Company
- Kriete Isuzu Trucks is a participating Isuzu dealership.
