Maintenance Technician Apprentice

The maintenance technician apprentice will work in a supported learning environment to develop the skills and knowledge required for a maintenance technician which is responsible to repair or replace broken or malfunctioning components.

Perform tests and run initial batches to make sure that the machine is running smoothly.

Detect minor problems by performing basic diagnostic tests.

Test malfunctioning machinery to determine whether major repairs are needed.

• Train to install, assemble and test new machines and equipment; understand and comply with workplace safety regulations.
• Train to inspect machines regularly for signs of malfunctions, including visual inspections, listening for irregular noises and conducting scheduled testing as appropriate.
• Train to monitor, identify and respond promptly to signs of malfunction in machinery such as changes in performance, temperature fluctuations, sounds, smells or atypical energy usage; perform troubleshooting for production machinery.
• Train to schedule and perform routine preventative maintenance and service for each piece of equipment.

• Perform emergency repairs on various types of machinery, including mechanical, electric and hydraulic; identify and replace worn or damaged parts in a timely manner.
• Use a variety of power and hand tools to perform job functions.
• Maintain machinery and the adjacent workplace in a state of appropriate cleanliness; create and maintain a schedule for inspection, service and testing of machinery.
• Read and comply with work orders concerning service, modification or installation of machinery.
• Work effectively with other team members in a loud environment.