Track to Trades Trainee

Track to the Trades Trainee

Application opens on 12/5/25 and closes on 4/1/26

Location:

Libertyville, Illinois

Are you a recent high school graduate ready to build a lasting career? As a top leader in energy and transportation infrastructure, Aldridge is seeking motivated individuals for our exclusive Track to the Trades program. This program introduces high‑potential young professionals to the industry, providing a structured pathway for long‑term success here at Aldridge.

As a top leader in the industry, we created a program that is designed to introduce young professionals to the trades and allow them to build a pathway here ridge's Track to the Trades program is tailored to recent high school graduates to facilitate their seamless integration into our processes and projects. Participants in this program can expect training sessions, hands‑on activities, and on‑the‑job learning experiences that will equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to perform their jobs successfully.

They will also work collaboratively with project teams and learn about the trades and the different avenues that they can lead to.

Participants will immediately integrate into our projects through a mix of training sessions, hands‑on activities, and on‑the‑job learning. You’ll work alongside seasoned project teams and gain a comprehensive understanding of the various trades and career avenues available.

• Gaining exposure to our different types of trades
• Learning Field Engineers' and Project Managers' responsibilities
• Working hands‑on with Pre Fab, warehouse, and project teams
• Learning to read blueprints and assist with material takeoffs and building processes
• Gaining valuable welding experience and knowledge of industry tools
• Opportunity to obtain your official forklift certification
• Possibly traveling to active job sites to see and learn critical safety observation techniques
• Engaging in physical tasks, including moving materials, climbing ladders, and lifting loads overhead

We are pursuing recent high school graduates with the following qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to follow direction and take initiative
• A commitment to punctuality, reliability, and working safely

At Aldridge, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team, where your skills are not only valued but crucial to our success. As we pursue our vision to be the First Choice for Energy and Transportation infrastructure projects, we welcome fresh perspectives and prioritize teamwork to drive our industry‑leading safety, innovation, and execution.

Our culture is rooted in family‑centeredness, with third‑generation leadership guiding our unwavering spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. With over 1,500 industry experts dedicated to our vision, we actively contribute to and uplift the communities impacted by our infrastructure projects and our Aldridge family.

Built on collaboration and a commitment to mental wellness, our core values create an unparalleled sense of unity and camaraderie within our organization. Through team‑building events, open‑door policies, and visible executive presence, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive, innovate, and make a meaningful difference. Join us in building the infrastructure that keeps the world moving and connected – become a part of the A‑team to start building and strengthening your career today!

Subject to local Union pay rates per the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit, hire, train, and promote people in all job classifications without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.