2027 Manufacturing Apprentice

About the Role

• This is an 8,000 HR (approximately 4-year) apprenticeship in a manufacturing trade.
• It includes rigorous college coursework and is a first shift position.
• Apprenticeships may be available in the following trades: carpentry, electricians, machinists (inside and outside), pipefitters, shipfitters, tinsmiths, welders, and maintenance.
• The pay ranges from $31.31 per hour - $39.03 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve all 8,000 hours in one trade.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
• Have a high school education or equivalent (GED) at the time of hire.
• Competence with common PC-based software (e.g., Microsoft Office products, Internet browser).
• Access to a computer, Internet, and common software outside of work for completing course assignments.
• Must meet the requirements of the Physical Task Analysis, including but not limited to climbing ladders, climbing stairs, working inside, outside, at heights, in confined spaces, on units, on ships, and/or in buildings.
• Ability to wear a respirator.
• Ability to use hand tools and pneumatic tools.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to add/subtract tape measurements.
• Basic math skills.

Required Submissions

• Submit a cover letter explaining your motivation for applying within 30 days of applying.

• Submit official transcripts from all high schools and colleges attended within 30 days of applying.

• Submit and demonstrate college readiness in reading, writing, and mathematics through taking the ACCUPLACER test at your local community college within 30 days of applying.

• After submitting the initial on-line application, you have 30 days to provide all supporting documentation.

• Further communication/emails will direct the applicant regarding how to take the ACCUPLACER and submit documents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade/Vocational School graduate.
• Experience using basic hand tools.
• Experience working in a construction or industrial manufacturing environment.
• Background in construction, building houses, automotive, spray painting, grinding, burning steel, pipe fitting, electrical, insulating, tin work, steel fabrication, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and other technical documents.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work in a team environment.