About the role#
The Heavy Equipment Mechanic Intern role is a hands-on learning opportunity for students interested in automotive, diesel, welding, fabrication, or skilled trades careers. Working alongside experienced technicians, you will assist with repairing, maintaining, and improving trailers, box trucks, and other fleet equipment. This position provides exposure to welding, vehicle maintenance, painting, inspections, and equipment installations in a team-oriented environment.
What you'll do#
- Follow all company safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.
- Assist technicians with inspections, maintenance, and repairs on trailers, box trucks, and fleet equipment.
- Help prepare vehicles and trailers for painting and vinyl installation through cleaning, sanding, masking, and finishing.
- Assist with trailer and truck equipment installations.
- Learn basic welding, fabrication, body repair, and mechanical repair techniques under supervision.
- Perform routine shop tasks and maintain clean work areas.
- Support parts inventory activities by locating, organizing, and staging parts.
- Participate in quality inspections to ensure work meets company standards.
- Communicate with supervisors and team members regarding assigned projects.
What you'll need#
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Currently enrolled in a high school work-to-school, vocational, or technical education program.
- Interest in automotive repair, diesel technology, welding, manufacturing, transportation, or skilled trades.
- Willingness to learn new skills and take direction from experienced team members.
- Ability to safely use hand tools and equipment after training.
- Strong attendance, reliability, and work ethic.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work.
- Previous shop, automotive, agricultural, or technical coursework is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: Evansville, Indiana.
- Work modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship with a rolling term.
About Atlas
Atlas provides human resources services focused on global workforce compliance. The company offers solutions for payroll, contractor engagement, and worker classification. It maintains a presence in multiple countries including the United States, China, Japan, and India. The organization operates with over 2,000 employees.
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