Utility Distribution Apprentice — Hands-on Maintenance

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University invites applications for the Utility Distribution Mechanic Apprentice role, supporting steam, chilled water, domestic water, and other systems. You will work with skilled trades professionals to gain hands-on experience and learn safety practices in a large university campus environment.

You will perform preventive maintenance, assist with repairs, document work in CMMS, handle tools, and participate in lockout/tagout and safe work procedures, contributing to reliable campus

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or relevant trades experience.
• Experience or coursework related to skilled trades is a plus.
• Ability to learn utility maintenance principles and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventive maintenance on utility distribution systems and building infrastructure.
• Support maintenance and repair of steam, chilled water, hot water, domestic water, sewer, stormwater, and reclaimed water systems.
• Enter and maintain work orders, PMs, and asset records in CMMS.
• Follow lockout/tagout, hot work permits, and safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Reading and following instructions

Problem solving

Tools

Pipe wrenches

Pipe vises and stands

Levels

Pipe fabrication tools

Pipe bending tools

Pipe flaring tools

Job description

Duke University invites applications for the Utility Distribution Mechanic Apprentice role, supporting steam, chilled water, domestic water, and other systems. You will work with skilled trades professionals to gain hands-on experience and learn safety practices in a large university campus environment.

You will perform preventive maintenance, assist with repairs, document work in CMMS, handle tools, and participate in lockout/tagout and safe work procedures, contributing to reliable campus