Advanced Apprentice Maintenance & Repair - Mechanical - PDM

Minnesota Power; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 62,997 - 73,811; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Retirement Benefits

Life Insurance

Job summary

Minnesota Power in Duluth, MN seeks an Advanced Apprentice to maintain and repair plant equipment, supporting generation operations and complying with regulations. This non-exempt, union-friendly role reports to the plant supervisor and offers hands-on training within an established apprenticeship path.

The position requires a high school diploma and an apprenticeship background (3+ years). The employer highlights competitive hourly pay ($45.73–$53.58), good benefits, and opportunities to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of formal apprenticeship or equivalent education/experience.
• Machinist may require a vocational certificate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair plant equipment and systems per guidelines and regulations.
• Provide leadership to crews, crafts and contractors when applicable.
• Perform related administrative duties (inventory, timekeeping, work orders).
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Obtain and maintain applicable certifications.
• Produce accurate documentation of work and inspections performed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

3+ years formal apprenticeship

Machinist vocational certificate

Job description

Non Exempt

Minnesota Power, an ALLETE company, is an electric utility headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota. We provide electricity in a 26,000-square-mile service area in northeastern Minnesota to 150,000 customers, including 14 municipal systems and some of the nation’s largest industrial customers. Minnesota Power is committed to a sustainable future for the climate, our customers and our communities while delivering safe and reliable energy. We play a unique and significant role in ALLETE’s sustainability-in-action strategy. Our culture drives excellence through our shared values of integrity, safety, people, and the planet.

Employment Type

ALLETE - MP Contract

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair plant equipment and systems within generation standards, manufacturer’s guidelines, and complies with Federal and State laws and regulations, and Company rules.
• May provide leadership and work direction to various crews, crafts and contractors when applicable.
• Perform related administrative duties (i.e.: inventory, time keeping, work order system).
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills required to establish and maintain working relationships.
• Must obtain and maintain appropriate certifications if applicable.
• Produce accurate documentation of work and inspections performed.

Advanced Apprentice

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

PLUS

• Three years or more of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent education/experience which may include millwright, welder, pipefitter, or machinist (*machinist must have vocational certificate).

*Level to be determined based on experience and qualifications.*

Special Requirements

• Must possess PDM (Predictive Maintenance) Specialty or complete this within 3 years of hire.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• This position will report regularly in person to Duluth, MN.
• This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.

Compensation And Benefits

• The expected hourly compensation range for this advanced apprenticeship is $45.73 – $53.58. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, and experience.
• Retirement Benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance, Disability, & Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Community Engagement and more.

This applicant pool may be used to fill additional openings within 120 days of the posting close date.

Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.

ALLETE is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmpative Action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, marital status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance or any other protected class.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-3921.

EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled

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