Maintenance & Reliability Apprentice (SCC Partnership--North Mankato/Sleepy Eye)

Christensen Farms • Sleepy Eye, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Christensen Farms is seeking a Maintenance & Reliability Apprentice to join their team. This is an entry-level position designed for individuals passionate about fixing things and working with their hands, offering a path to a career in skilled trades within the growing agriculture industry. The apprentice will learn on the job, receive paid classroom training, and be mentored by experienced technicians. The role involves performing basic repairs, supporting general maintenance, and mastering trade fundamentals under supervision. The anticipated schedule is 3 days of class work and 2 full days of work.

Requirements

• No experience required
• Must be enrolled in SCC program with paid classroom instruction
• Register with MN Dept. of Labor as an Unregistered Electrical Worker within 1 month of hire
• Must complete OSHA 10 and NFPA70E within 6 months
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Reliability and strong work ethic
• Curiosity about mechanical and electrical systems
• Ability to work safely in physical/agricultural environments
• Team player with a positive attitude

Responsibilities

• Perform entry-level repairs and assist on job sites
• Support basic carpentry, plumbing, and equipment handling
• Participate in seasonal equipment prep and storage
• Follow detailed directions to execute farm maintenance tasks
• Assist with general labor for project crews

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• a flexible spending account (FSA)
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• a 401(k) plan
• paid holidays
• paid time off bank
• an employee assistance program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed