Job Description

Description

Primary Purpose and Function:
The Okuma Service Apprentice Program is an exciting opportunity for individuals who have the desire to gain skills and knowledge needed to move into a Field Service role. The program runs for the duration of 6 months. Participants will gain technical knowledge and practical application skills in both electrical and mechanical maintenance and CNC Programming and Operation. This will be achieved through attending courses and defined hands-on experience within various departments within Okuma America Corporation. Throughout the program, participants will have their knowledge tested through hand written and practical application testing to ensure all subject areas meet defined program standards. Successful completion of the program will result in individuals graduating with 480 hours of classroom training, provided by Okuma America Corporation, and a job role title of Field Service Technician I, located in Charlotte, NC.

Responsibilities:
• Complete the entire 6 month program including:
o Successful completion of all courses
o Successful practical application skills testing
o Maintain attendance and grade requirements per Okuma America’s policy
o Complete safety training as required

• Upon completion of program:
o Travel approximately 75% - majority is domestic, Monday-Friday
o Install new machine products, retrofits, and install design improvement
o Diagnosing and troubleshooting machine issues
o Generate technical documentation

Qualifications

Qualifications:
• Basic mechanical/electrical skills
• Ability to read blueprints, electrical schematics a plus
• Basic use of hand tools and variety of electrical and mechanical devices, such as precision measuring equipment, multimeters, oscilloscope, cranes, forklifts, etc.
• Use of basic PC tools, such as Outlook, Word, Excel
• Strong communication and troubleshooting skills
• Strong math skills