Maintenance Apprentice

Replacement of incandescent lamps and hot cathode fluorescent tubes and starters.

Repair of fluorescent fixtures, replacing ballast, socket and wiring, code requirements.

Repair of LED fixtures, replacing drivers and troubleshooting.

Learn to locate and repair contactor problems, replacing contacts and contactor.

Locate and replace blown fuses.

Check and repair limit switches, push buttons, etc.

Learn to read wiring diagrams.

Operation of special control circuits, time delay switches, electrical braking.

Learn to locate and repair direct current motor troubles in fields, armatures, bearings, brush holders, and commutators.

Knowledge of variable speed DC drives.

Repair and maintenance of DC contactors and field control.

Learn proper handling and installation of power feeding, wiring, fuse panels, breakers, etc.

Estimate load requirements.

Code requirements.

Install general wiring.

Learn proper use and care of voltmeter, ammeter, watt meter, oscilloscope and megger, etc.

Programmable logic controllers: reading diagrams and schematics; maintaining and troubleshooting.

I.

Care, Use and Safety of Tools and Equipment (~500 hrs)

Hand tools, power tools, machines and power equipment, ladders, scaffolding and hoists.

Assembly and disassembly, bearings, power transmission, construction, rigging, lubrication.

Safety.

K.

Bench Work and Machinery (~300 hrs)

Lathes, milling machines, grinding machines, drill press, power saw, etc.

Safety.

Layout, installation, repair, replacement, pumps and compressors, valves and controls.

Safety.

Protective clothing and equipment, burning and cutting, controls and gauges, electric arc welding, properties of metals.

Safety.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Active, regular Full-time employee of American Packaging Corporation.

Part-time or temporary employees of APC are not eligible to participate in this program.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, technical procedures, or instructions.

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from others.

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.

Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear.

This position may require manual lifting not to exceed 50 lbs – reference your department-specific JHA (job hazard analysis) for departmental lifting restrictions.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.

While performing the duties of this job, the employees is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

EOE/AA Disability/Veteran.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at:

talentacquisition@americanpackaging.com.