Red Classic is hiring: Diesel Maintenance PIT Apprentice in Sandston

Overview

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We offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

• 1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
• Pay rate starting: $18.50/hr

Full Time Teammates are also eligible for:

• Paid Training
• Safety shoes & glasses provided
• Uniforms & cleaning services provided
• Paid Time Off plus paid holidays
• 401(k) with Company matching on a dollar-for-dollar basis
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Group Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

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Position

Diesel Maintenance PIT (Powered Industrial Trucks) Apprentice

Job Overview

The Apprenticeship Program is a targeted 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 by Sr. Leadership, mentors/peers, 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 has been rolled 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.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and reports on assigned learning objectives. Spends time with assigned peer coach and is assessed on progress toward milestones; meets milestones through proficiency and critical thinking in each area.
• Provides a high level of service to both internal and external customers. Communicates regularly with leaders and assigned peer coach.
• Travels to other areas within the territory to learn from various leaders and experienced Mechanics and Technicians.
• Demonstrates business acumen and understanding of milestones through assessments and leadership feedback.
• 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 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
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Each technician needs to provide their own tools

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior industrial Maintenance experience
• Mechanical & diagnostic knowledge of powered industrial equipment
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints, schematics and technical manuals
• Experience maintaining powered industrial trucks
• Working knowledge of hydraulic systems

Coca-Cola Consolidated is the nation's largest Coca-Cola bottler. Our diesel/fleet mechanics service external customers as well as Coca-Cola Consolidated fleet equipment. Technicians are employed by Coca Cola Consolidated, Inc and managed by Red Classic Transit, LLC.

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.

Pay Range: 18.50-, General Benefits:

LeadFlex Job ID: 224593

External ID: 351409

Post Date: 09/15/2025