Engineering Services Apprentice Mechanic - Bldg Ops & Maint

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH, is seeking an entry-level trades apprentice to support carpentry, painting, and general maintenance tasks under experienced engineers. You will progress through an apprenticeship within an agreed timeframe and would be eligible for advancement if openings arise.

Essential functions include assisting in maintenance, inspections, and documenting work performed while developing technical skills for future growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Able to read and follow written directives and document actions taken or follow‑up actions as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the maintenance, painting, and repair of equipment under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Conducts routine inspections and tests on equipment or tools to ensure proper functioning and safety.
• Reads and interprets materials to understand the operation of equipment, systems, or standards of application.
• Collaborates with other team members to identify and troubleshoot issues with equipment and systems.
• Maintains accurate records of work performed, including parts used, time spent, and tasks completed.
• Participates in training programs and courses to develop technical skills and knowledge.

Skills

Read and follow directives

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description Summary

Assists in carpentry, painting, and general trades related work. Makes progress towards and completes the apprenticeship within an appropriate timeframe, and upon satisfactory completion, would be eligible for advancement if an open position is available.

Overview

Job Description Summary

Assists in carpentry, painting, and general trades related work. Makes progress towards and completes the apprenticeship within an appropriate timeframe, and upon satisfactory completion, would be eligible for advancement if an open position is available.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Assists in the maintenance, painting, and repair of equipment under the guidance of experienced engineers.


• Conducts routine inspections and tests on equipment or tools to ensure proper functioning and safety.


• Reads and interprets materials to understand the operation of equipment, systems, or standards of application.


• Collaborates with other team members to identify and troubleshoot issues with equipment and systems.


• Maintains accurate records of work performed, including parts used, time spent, and tasks completed.


• Participates in training programs and courses to develop technical skills and knowledge.

Education Requirement

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

Licensure Requirement

(not specified)

Certifications

(not specified)

Skills

Able to read and follow written directives and document actions taken or follow‑up actions as needed.

Experience

(not specified)

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Cold Temperatures, Color vision, Depth perception, Hot Temperatures, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Loud Noises, Peripheral vision, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting, Squat/kneel, Working at Heights, Working Outdoors

FREQUENTLY: Climb stairs/ladder, Computer skills, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Machinery, Power Tools, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Decision Making, Electricity, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Standing, Walking

Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above

Able to work from ladders and scaffolding as assigned (Not afraid of heights)

Talking on phone/in person

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"