Job Description

The Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship (MTA) is an intensive yearlong paid apprenticeship program offering onthejob training in Lost Hills CA alongside classroom and lab instruction at the Wonderful Career Center in Shafter CA. The program is designed to develop technical skills and provide handson experience aligning with industry standards and expectations.

What Youll Learn:

The MTA program provides a structured curriculum developed in partnership with  Bakersfield College including:

• Basic Electronics
• Electric Motors
• Mechanical Systems
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
• Occupational Safety & Risk Management

This comprehensive training equips apprentices with essential skills in Industrial Automation preparing them for a successful and impactful career in maintenance and technical operations.

What Youll Gain Experience In:

As a Maintenance Technician Apprentice you will gain experience in various critical areas including:

• Maintenance Support:  Provide tools materials and recordkeeping assistance to maintenance personnel distinguishing between standard and metric tools.
• Electrical Instrumentation and Control (EIC) Support:  Assist in repairing electrical components completing facility projects and performing preventive maintenance on electrical systems.

Qualifications :

• High School Diploma or GED  required.
• Related Experience Recommended:  At least 1 year of experience in a similar industrial manufacturing or maintenance environment is highly recommended. Candidates should have foundational skills including basic machine operation tool identification and familiarity with safety protocols.
• Commitment to Complete the Program:  Willingness and ability to complete the full yearlong apprenticeship program.

Critical Skills and Expectations:

• Ability to work as part of a team and follow standard operating procedures.
• Basic math skills and entrylevel computer proficiency preferred.
• Effective communication skills in English or Spanish; bilingual candidates are preferred but not required.
• Physical capability to handle the jobs demands including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods.
• Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions (temperatures dust noise) with appropriate safety equipment provided.

Additional Information :

• Program Start Date:  January 27th 2025
• Work Hours:  MondayFriday 8:00 AM 4:30 PM during classroom training at the Wonderful Career Center (Shafter CA). Once onthejob training (OJT) begins candidates must be flexible and open to working any shift including nights and weekends as needed
• Location:  Wonderful Career Center (Shafter CA) for training; onthejob training in Lost Hills CA
• Compensation:  Starting wage of $19.80/hour with progressive raises as you achieve training milestones

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Intern

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