Apprentice Machinist**

Los Angeles Department of Water and Power; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 79,594 - 102,332; Full time

Job summary

A municipal utility company in El Segundo seeks an Apprentice Machinist to assist in the repair, rebuilding, dismantling, and installation of machinery and equipment. The ideal candidate has experience as a mechanical helper, coursework in machine tool trades, or completion of relevant training programs. This position offers a salary between $79,594 and $102,332 annually, with a focus on skill development under close supervision.

Qualifications

• Eight months of full-time paid experience as a mechanical helper.
• One year of coursework in machine tool or metal trade.
• Completion of eight months in the Utility Pre-Craft Trainee program.

Responsibilities

• Assist journey-level machinists in using precision tools.
• Repair, rebuild, dismantle, fabricate, and install machinery.

Job description

DUTIES

An Apprentice Machinist works under close supervision, assisting journey‑level machinists and receiving on‑the‑job instruction in using precision hand and machine tools in the repair, rebuilding, dismantling, fabrication, and installation of machinery and equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Eight months of full‑time paid experience as a mechanical helper in the mechanical, machining, or metal trades; OR
• One year of coursework in machine tool or metal trade at a high school or trade school level; OR
• Completion of eight months in the Utility Pre‑Craft Trainee training program sponsored by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.

Annual Salary $79,594 to $102,332

The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition, or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.