Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship

Freudenberg Group; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Group in Asheville, NC offers a fixed-term apprentice opportunity designed for students and early-career talent. You will combine hands-on maintenance work with classroom learning to build real-world skills in troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and continuous improvement.

You will work alongside experienced professionals, applying knowledge to meaningful manufacturing projects and developing teamwork, safety, and modern industrial technology capabilities for long-term

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and industrial maintenance systems.
• Experience or training with PLCs (Allen-Bradley) and industrial control systems (Foxboro I/A) preferred.
• Ability to use diagnostic tools, including a multimeter, to test and troubleshoot electrical circuits.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of AC/DC drives and basic temperature and pressure control systems.

Responsibilities

• Combine hands-on experience with classroom learning to build real-world maintenance and technical skills.
• Work alongside experienced professionals, gaining practical knowledge in troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Apply what you learn to meaningful projects supporting manufacturing operations.
• Develop skills in problem-solving, teamwork, safety, and modern industrial technologies.
• Explore a career path with opportunities for growth and long-term development.
• Fixed-term apprentice opportunity designed for students and early-career talent.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical basics

PLC familiarity

Blueprint reading

Education

Associate degree

High school diploma

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Multimeter

Foxboro I/A

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

• Combine hands-on experience at Freudenberg Performance Materials with classroom learning to build real-world maintenance and technical skills.
• Work alongside experienced professionals, gaining practical knowledge in troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and continuous improvement.
• Apply what you learn in your studies directly to meaningful projects that support manufacturing operations.
• Develop valuable skills in problem-solving, teamwork, safety, and modern industrial technologies.
• Explore a career path with opportunities for growth, innovation, and long-term professional development.
• Fixed-term apprentice opportunity designed for students and early-career talent, with participation tracked separately from regular company headcount.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree in a related technical field preferred.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and industrial maintenance systems.
• Experience or training with PLCs (Allen-Bradley) and industrial control systems (such as Foxboro I/A) preferred.
• Ability to use diagnostic tools, including a multimeter, to test and troubleshoot electrical circuits.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of AC/DC drives and basic temperature and pressure control systems.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Freudenberg Performance Materials LP (USA)