State of Missouri · 16 hours ago
Summer Intern - Joplin Equipment Technician
Joplin, MO
Internship
Onsite
InternState of Missouri is seeking a Summer Intern for the Joplin Garage, where the intern will perform entry-level skilled work in the maintenance and repair of light vehicles and heavy construction equipment. The role involves basic repairs, inspections, and ensuring equipment meets safety standards under moderate supervision.
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Responsibilities
Maintain and perform basic repairs to automobiles, trucks, tractors, loaders, motor graders and other heavy equipment
Inspect, service, repair, and overhaul transmissions, engines, clutches, drivelines, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies and ignition systems; repair and install hydraulic controls; tune motors using standard testing equipment; dismantle, repair, and reassemble air compressors, hydraulic jacks, pumps, cylinders and related equipment
Inspect, repair, overhaul, and assemble automotive components such as alternators, distributors and starters
Complete mandated fleet inspections and ensure all equipment meets OSHA standards and all repairs and modifications are done in accordance with operational specifications and safety standards
May weld and modify equipment and fabricate parts
Review equipment maintenance records and observes employees in the operation of equipment to determine and correct operator error and ensure proper maintenance
Gather computerized diagnostic information to assess vehicle repair needs
Requisition and store shop supplies
Install vehicle body components, lights, light brackets, mirrors, decals, and other accessories
Report out-of-service equipment and estimated time needed for service in order to schedule future work
Perform other responsibilities as required or assigned
Qualification
Required
Enrolled in a relevant 2-year/associate's degree program full-time (12+ credit hours)
30 credit hours completed/accepted toward current degree program. High school or other postsecondary program credits must be shown to be accepted by the current program through a degree transcript to apply
Possess and maintain an overall GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0, or equivalent
Company
State of Missouri
The State of Missouri is a group of outstanding people that accomplish extraordinary things for our folks every day.
Founded in 1820
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kevin Mccarthy
Chief Technology Officer
Jennifer Tidball
Chief Operating Officer at Missouri Department of Social Services
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