Academy Structures Apprentice

MHI RJ Aviation Group; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Paid vacation days

Floating holidays

Sick time

Annual bonus

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

401k with 6% match

Job summary

The Sheetmetal Academy at MHIRJ offers a paid training program designed to launch a long-term career in aviation. Apprentices receive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits while learning hands-on sheet metal skills in a real-world setting.

Hours during training are Monday–Thursday, 6:30am–5:00pm; after training, candidates should be comfortable with 12-hour shifts in a 24/7 operation, including days, nights and weekends, as they transition to full-time employment with MHI RJ Aviation Group.

Qualifications

• Pass interview, drug test, criminal background check and physical exam.
• Comfortable with hourly shift work.
• Demonstrate precision and hand-tool proficiency.
• Demonstrate curiosity for mechanical parts and features.

Responsibilities

• Learn sheet metal processes and repair techniques.
• Develop hands‑on metalworking skills under expert guidance.
• Progress toward full-time employment with MHI RJ Aviation Group.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Tools

Sheet metal tools

Job description

Are you ready for a career change with immediate rewards and long-term growth? The Sheetmetal Academy at MHIRJ is a paid training program providing more than an education; it's a gateway to a recognized and fulfilling career. Those who successfully complete our paid training program are poised to continue as an MHIRJ employee, setting the stage for a long term career in aviation.

Academy Offering:

Our comprehensive, paid training program is designed for individuals from all backgrounds, focusing on practical skills and real-world applications. The program is designed for individuals who are hands‑on problem solvers and display manual dexterity. We will introduce you to the art of sheet metal.

Our industry experts will introduce Academy Structures Apprentices to: aviation maintenance, safety protocols, aerospace hand tools, non‑destructive testing and how to perform hands‑on structural (sheet metal) repairs.

Academy Structures Apprentices will receive hourly pay and full benefits, to ensure a focus on learning without any financial worries. The anticipated hours are Monday‑Thursday, 6:30am – 5:00pm, during the training course. After the course, must be comfortable with shift work; we are a 24/7 operation with 12‑hour shifts which include days, nights, and weekends.

Required to succeed:

• Successfully pass an interview, drug test, criminal background check and physical exam.
• Comfortable with hourly shift work
• Possess the following qualities:
  • Reliable, punctual
  • Follow instructions
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Able to work with checklists
  • Demonstrate precision in how you think and work with your hands and/or /tools
  • Possess curiosity for mechanical parts & features

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive hourly pay rate
• Paid vacation days, floating holidays and sick time
• Annual bonus
• Short- & long-term disability
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription drug coverage, including flexible spending
• 401k with an aggressive company match of 6%

We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non‑merit factor.