Electro​/Mechanical Apprentice

Electro/Mechanical Apprentice

Full-time

Independence, KY

The Electro/Mechanical Apprentice will primarily focus on on-the-job‑training (OTJ) of various CNC machine tools under the guidance of a senior KRC Technician.

• Assist senior technicians with dismantling, cleaning, and preparing machines for shipment
• Disassemble, repair, and rebuild machine tool subassemblies and assemblies.
• Organize, tag, and mark components for future assembly.
• Perform basic lubrication, cleaning, and inspection of mechanical components.
• Identify, repair, or replace damaged components.
• Use basic hand and power tools safely and correctly.
• Follow safety procedures and work instructions.
• Travel to customer’s facilities.
• Document work activities as expenses, timely and accurately.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Work assignment by Projects Manager, Projects Coordinator, or Leads. Most technical instruction will come from fellow senior technicians, Leads or Projects support personnel, OEM Maintenance Manuals or Training class documentation.

Customer relations – Customer Production Management and operators. OEM relations – Management, maintenance support, parts personnel. KRC relations – Maintenance Management, purchasing support, internal administration, Leads, Other Technicians.

• Mechanical aptitude suitable for machine tool training.
• Aptitude for multiple machine tool specifications and test equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures
• Mechanical hand tools and toolbox.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and power tools.
• Good interpersonal communication skills, and computer skills.
• Intermediate troubleshooting abilities.
• Standing for long period.
• Frequent reaching, bending, and stooping.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to learn.

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must be willing to work in a customer environment with concern for meeting cost, quality and schedule requirements. The ability to work as a team player as well as independently is required.

KRC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.