Hands-On Maintenance Trades Apprentice

TrulyHired; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

TrulyHired is seeking a Maintenance Trade Associate in Lakeland, FL, to provide operational support to skilled maintenance trades and help employees gain hands-on, on-the-job training and practical experience. The role supports development toward trades positions within the district or elsewhere as skills grow.

Responsibilities include assisting journeymen, maintaining logs, and coordinating tasks with safety and efficiency in mind.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; trade school preferred.
• Valid driver’s license for district-issued vehicles.
• One year of maintenance experience preferred.
• Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist journeyman or skilled technicians in construction, maintenance, or repair of buildings and equipment.
• Maintain accurate daily records and logs of work performed.
• Operate light trucks and equipment if qualified to drive district vehicles.
• Communicate using two-way radio and approved methods.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and transport materials as needed.
• Demonstrate initiative and progress toward a skilled trade role.

Skills

Tool use

Physical stamina

Weather tolerance

Instruction following

Teamwork

Record keeping

Maintenance experience

Trades certificate

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school preferred

Job description

TrulyHired is seeking a Maintenance Trade Associate in Lakeland, FL, to provide operational support to skilled maintenance trades and help employees gain hands-on, on-the-job training and practical experience. The role supports development toward trades positions within the district or elsewhere as skills grow.

Responsibilities include assisting journeymen, maintaining logs, and coordinating tasks with safety and efficiency in mind.