Technical Training
MACORP also has in-house training for the development of our technicians on equipment within Guyana. We also have a one year training program for trainees. These trainees are chosen from around Guyana.
They must meet our criteria for entrance into the program. At the end of one year, they are guaranteed employment with the company.
Requirements
- Academic qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or related fields.
- Two-year technical certification from a recognized institute of technical studies.
- At least five (5) passes at CSEC.
- Good communication, analytical, and organizational skills, with a strong customer service focus.
This intensive program covers both theoretical instruction and practical applications, ensuring trainees gain a deep understanding of machinery, electrical systems, and safety protocols. Participants will be trained by experienced professionals using industry-standard tools and equipment to prepare them for real-world challenges.
How to Apply
Submit your CV with a cover letter in Microsoft Word or PDF format to the Human Resources Department via email at recruitment@macorpgy.com.
Commencement Date
To be determined
Duration of Course
Six (6) months
Duration
One (1) Week – 40 Hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm)
Age Requirement
18 years old and above
Registration Documents
TIN Certificate, ID, Full Course Fee
This course introduces the students to basic diesel engine theory and service procedures that include the following:
- Diesel engine components
- Diesel engine fundamentals
- Engine lubrication
- Engine oil
- Inlet and Exhaust valve
- Schedule oil sampling
Duration
One (1) Week – 40 Hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm)
Age Requirement
18 years old and above
Registration Documents
TIN Certificate, ID, Full Course Fee
This course introduces the students to basic Hydraulics theory and service procedures that include the following:
- to identify and state the function of the various valves used in Caterpillar hydraulic systems,
- to identify and state the function of vane pumps, gear pumps and piston pumps,
- to disassemble and assemble hydraulic components,
- to identify and state the function of ISO hydraulic symbols and to trace the oil flow
- state the operation of various hydraulic systems.
Duration
One (1) Week – 40 Hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm)
Age Requirement
18 years old and above
Registration Documents
TIN Certificate, ID, Full Course Fee
This module will discuss electrical fundamentals, electrical circuit laws and magnetic terminology including:
- Electrical components
Electrical circuits and general rules of ohms law
Electrical schematic
Digital multimeter
Circuit faults
Soldering
Duration
One (1) Week – 40 Hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm)
Age Requirement
18 years old and above
Registration Documents
TIN Certificate, ID, Full Course Fee
This course covers basic powertrain theory, studying the various components used in Caterpillar equipment. The topics include, but are not limited to, the transmissions and differentials, torque converters, final drives and axles.
Upon completion, the participant will be able to:
- Identify powertrain components
- Discuss system operations and component functions
- Locate pressure testing ports and specifications
- Demonstrate safety procedures for working on or checking powertrain systems included
This training intends to provide participants with the requisite knowledge and skills that will enable them to maintain Caterpillar engines according to industry standards.
Duration
5 days (40 hours)
Target Participants
Maintenance Personnel, Technicians, Mechanics, Electricians, Machine owners, Supervisors, Managers
Course Objectives
At the end of this training participants should be able to
- Demonstrate safety
- Use maintenance Check List
- Define Basic Preventative maintenance
- List Fluid Information and Types
- Manage Contamination
- Carry out recommended Fluid & Lubrication Tasks
- Execute Filter Tasks
- Check, adjust & Test Maintenance Components
- Inspect & Replace Maintenance Components
- Carry Out Cleaning Tasks
- Use Operation and Maintenance Manual to service Engine
- Execute Specific Maintenance Procedures for Customers Engines
The intention of this training is to provide participants with knowledge and skills that will enable them to carry out maintenance procedures on their fleet of equipment with a high level of proficiency reducing down time and increasing profits.
Duration
5 days (40 hours)
Target Participants
Machine owners
Course Objectives
At the end of this program participants will be able to
- Demonstrate safety
- Use maintenance Check List
- Define what is maintenance
- Identify maintenance components on the machine
- To minimize maintenance and repair cost
- Identify Key profit factors of maintenance
- List Maintenance Objectives
- List the importance of maintenance
- List Maintenance management subjects
- Craft an Equipment Management Plan
- List Equipment Maintenance Elements
- Plan execution of Preventive Maintenance
- Test maintenance elements
- Carry out Fluid Analysis
- Complete Inspections
- Explain Repair Management Guide
- Compare repair and Maintenance Cost
- Manage Record Keeping and Control System
- Explain PC Maintenance Control Systems
- Execute Maintenance Planning
- Explain Customer Support Agreement
- State and Manage Maintenance Staff Functions
- Define a Maintenance Program
This training intends to provide participants with the requisite knowledge and skills that will enable them lower their owning and operational cost.
Duration
5 days (40 hours)
Target Participants
Owners, Maintenance personnel
Course Objectives
At the end of this program participants will be able to
- Demonstrate safety
- Use maintenance Check List
- Define what is maintenance
- Identify maintenance components on the machine
- To minimize maintenance and repair cost
- Identify Key profit factors of maintenance
- List Maintenance Objectives
- List the importance of maintenance
- List Maintenance management subjects
- Craft an Equipment Management Plan
- List Equipment Maintenance Elements
- Plan execution of Preventive Maintenance
- Test maintenance elements
- Carry out Fluid Analysis
- Complete Inspections
- Explain Repair Management Guide
- Compare repair and Maintenance Cost
- Manage Record Keeping and Control System
- Explain PC Maintenance Control Systems
- Execute Maintenance Planning
- Explain Customer Support Agreement
- State and Manage Maintenance Staff Functions
- Define a Maintenance Program
This training intends to provide participants with knowledge and skills that will enable them to carry out Caterpillar recommended maintenance procedures on the hydraulic excavator ultimately resulting in high levels of productivity due to minimum machine down time.
Duration
3 days (24 hours)
Target Participants
Mechanics, Technicians and Excavator servicemen
Course Objectives
At the end of this training participants should be able to
- Demonstrate Safety
- Use maintenance Check List
- Interpret Hydraulic symbols
- Explain Preventive Maintenance
- Explain Contamination Control
- Take Oil Samples / S.O.S
- Release Pressure in the Hydraulic System
- Drain Hydraulic Oil
- Drain Swing Drive Oil
- Drain Engine Oil
- Inspect Filters
- Replace Case Filters
- Clean tank screen
- Clean crankcase breather
- Refill engine oil, Swing drive oil, final drive oil and hydraulic oil
- Test engine Coolant
- Clean radiator, oil cooler and condenser
Contact MACORP’s Training Department for More Information
Phone
+592 265-7330 Ext. 207 or 238
