Work Description
Maintenance mechanics and millwrights install, dismantle, or move machinery and heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints or other drawings. They keep machines, mechanical equipment, or the structure of an establishment in repair. Duties may involve pipefitting; boiler making; insulating; welding; machining; carpentry; repairing electrical or mechanical equipment; installing; aligning; and balancing new equipment; and repairing buildings, floors, or stairs.
Working Conditions
Maintenance mechanics and millwrights employed in manufacturing often work in a typical factory shop setting and use protective equipment to avoid common hazards; such as, safety belts, protective glasses and hard hats.
Training
Classroom instruction is given in mathematics, blueprint reading, hydraulics, electricity, computers and electronics.
Four year training program
7,424 hours on-the-job training
576 hours paid related instruction
Additional related instruction may be required
Application
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Applicants may also apply directly to participating employers. View application requirements below:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age
Entry requirements vary by employer
High school diploma or equivalent
Physically able to perform trade