Maintenance Apprentice

Steel Dynamics•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

OmniSource is seeking a dependable and hardworking Maintenance Apprentice for its Fort Wayne division. This two-year apprenticeship, developed in partnership with Ivy Tech Community College–Fort Wayne, combines on-the-job training with academic instruction to build a foundation in maintenance knowledge and skills and prepare the apprentice for future maintenance career paths. Apprentices rotate through all four Fort Wayne facilities in six-month placements. On completion of 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and the required classes, the apprentice will receive a Technical Certificate in Industrial Technology and have demonstrated on-the-job maintenance experience. A commitment to safety, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic are essential.

Requirements

  • Complete 4,000 hours of on-the-job training and the classes required for the two-year Ivy Tech program and Technical Certificate.
  • Demonstrate basic mechanical aptitude and potential to succeed in a hands-on maintenance environment.
  • Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Be able to lift 50 pounds or more consistently.
  • Be able to work in varying weather conditions, both indoors and outdoors, and at varying heights.

Responsibilities

  • Learn preventive maintenance and repair of industrial equipment and processing systems.
  • Perform maintenance duties, including fabrication, installation, blueprint reading, and other basic maintenance work.
  • Operate various types of welding equipment.
  • Complete necessary paperwork and communicate effectively.
  • Participate in six-month rotational placements at all four Fort Wayne facilities.
  • Prioritize and execute jobs assigned by supervision.
  • Understand and adhere to safety rules and regulations.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned.
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