Maintenance Apprentice

AmTrim; Town of Sidney (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

American Trim is seeking motivated individuals for a Maintenance Apprentice program on 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts in New York. The role supports learning to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain plant facilities and production equipment, with paid education and on-the-job training.

Under supervision, apprentices work toward a State Certified Apprentice Program to become Registered Journeypersons—Maintenance Mechanics, with paid college training and 8,000 hours of on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of a four-year Registered Apprenticeship program for maintenance mechanics.
• Strong interest in hands-on work and problem solving is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble and test machines and equipment across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, welding and control systems.
• Schedule and perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Inspect machines for malfunctions and perform repairs as needed.
• Assist in safety checks and maintain procedure documentation.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and support building and grounds maintenance.

Skills

Hands-on

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma/GED

4-year Registered Apprenticeship program

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals who are dependable, mechanically inclined, and committed to investing in their future with a respected manufacturing company. We are looking for apprentice for 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts.

Job Summary

The apprenticeship program provides the ability to work towards completion of a State Certified Apprentice Program to become a Registered Journeyperson - Maintenance Mechanic. Requirements include formal education, paid for by American Trim, and a set amount of on‑job training hours.

Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Apprentice will learn to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain the plant facility and production equipment safely and efficiently, so as to produce a quality product.

Job Responsibilities

• Install, assemble and test new machines and equipment including: mechanical, electrical, plumbing, hydraulic, pneumatic, welding, cutting, and programmable computers.
• Schedule and perform preventive maintenance on all equipment. Coordinates maintenance schedule with the Production Manager to minimize downtime.
• Inspect machines regularly for signs of malfunctions, including visual and sound inspections.
• Repair, install, adjust, and maintain machines or vehicles. Troubleshoots production issues: fix, repair or replace as quickly as possible.
• Install and may fabricate machine guards.
• Perform maintenance and preventive maintenance on building, facilities and grounds. Work may include plumbing, plastering, concrete work, lawn work, snow removal, etc.
• Perform general custodial duties throughout facility.
• Clean and maintain the boiler; any mechanical and plumbing needs.
• Responsible for inside and outside sprinkler system.
• Assist in monitoring and working with outside contractors.
• Perform safety checks and assist with maintaining procedure documentation.
• Assist with installation and setup of new building equipment.
• Keep inventory of supplies (oil, pipe fittings, nuts and bolts, etc.). Order supplies as needed if applicable.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Comply with all safety standards: Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Equipment Safety Analysis (ESA) and Area Safety Analysis (ASA).
• Ensure that the job is run in environmental compliance after instructions from supervisor/environmental group.
• Other job duties as assigned by supervisor or group leader.

Education, Skills and Experience

• High school diploma/GED.
• Commitment to completing our Registered Apprenticeship program, which includes a four‑year training program at a local community college or career center paid by American Trim, concurrent with 8,000 hours of on‑job training.
• Strong interest in hands‑on work and problem solving.

License, Certification or Special Requirements

• Dependability and reliability – strong adherence to attendance policy.
• A high degree of precision and control in work.
• High attention to detail and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to learn Statistical Process Control; Linear Measuring; Problem Solving.
• Ability to read complex blueprints and other required documents.
• Ability to be flexible and prioritize competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work on all three shifts and cover call as scheduled. May travel to various American Trim operational sites.
• Must be willing to learn and self‑motivated.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee will encounter to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Repeated lifting, packing of items (3 to 6 lbs.).
• Requires some heavy lifting, up to 50 lbs. of a non‑repetitive nature.
• Work with sharp tools and sharp edges on parts.
• Must work as part of a work team.
• Requires standing, walking and/or moving about for time periods in excess of one (1) hour.
• Requires some sort of repetitive turning and/or lifting motions to be performed.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Work with pressure of meeting schedules, personnel issues, changing priorities.
• Basic computer/PC knowledge/skills preferred.
• Work with all levels of employees.
• Perform position requirements while wearing eye, foot and/or other protective devices as required.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn including but not limited to: eyes, ear, foot and/or other protective devices as required.

Other Information

Pay will be based on experience, and increases will be based on hours completed in the program through the Apprenticeship top‑out pay. Increase will be issued upon completion.

Benefits

• 401k (with match) day 1
• Day 1 holiday pay
• Vacation at 91 days
• Fixed weekly schedule
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Direct Care, for employees who elect company health benefits
• Boot reimbursement voucher every year
• Prescription safety glass reimbursement voucher once every 2 years
• Plenty of growth opportunities

Equal Opportunity

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. American Trim does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H‑18 status).

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.