Maintenance Apprentice

A. O. Smith Corporation

3d • Onsite

About The Position

A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Our culture is grounded in respect, integrity, and a dedication to being a good citizen in the communities we serve. We strive to be a great place to work, and we continuously emphasize innovation while preserving the good name we have built over time.

Requirements

• How to safely operate, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial machinery
• Electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems used in manufacturing
• Welding fundamentals and machine tool practices
• How to read prints, schematics, and technical diagrams
• Preventative and predictive maintenance techniques
• Real‑world problem‑solving in a fast‑paced production environment
• Professional communication, teamwork, and technical documentation

Responsibilities

• Participate in paid, hands‑on maintenance training under the guidance of experienced mentors
• Rotate through multiple maintenance areas to gain broad technical exposure
• Learn and apply skills in: – Workplace safety – Equipment operation and troubleshooting – Industrial electricity (AC/DC circuits, motor controls) – Hydraulics and pneumatics – Welding – Mechanical power applications – Lubrication and preventative maintenance – Print reading, mechanical drawing, and machine tool practices – Product Data Management (PDM) technologies
• Attend required classroom instruction at NETC (minimum one class per semester; 576 total hours)
• Demonstrate proficiency in all required competencies and complete evaluations every six months
• Maintain accurate training documentation and meet all program expectations

Benefits

• medical and dental insurance
• company-sponsored life insurance
• retirement security savings plan
• short- and long-term disability programs
• tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees