Maintenance Apprentice

Maintenance Apprentice

Responsibilities

• Support the installation, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of plant equipment, including corrugators, cranes, pumps, transmissions, and other rotating equipment.
• Assist with installing and aligning shafts and drive train components to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Perform component replacements and repairs on equipment such as upenders and similar machinery as directed.
• Replace fan bearings and remove and refit bearings on various types of equipment.
• Perform Stick or MIG welding on equipment and components as needed for repairs and maintenance.
• Interpret and work from blueprints and technical drawings to support installations and repairs.
• Operate fork trucks, hoists, and lifts on occasion to move materials and equipment safely.
• Follow all safety procedures and plant guidelines while working in and around heavy industrial machinery.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to complete assigned tasks efficiently and support continuous plant operations.
• Participate actively in the six-month training and crash course in mechanical maintenance to develop skills required for promotion to a full-time mechanic role.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical maintenance experience with heavy equipment, industrial machinery, manufacturing equipment, farm equipment, or similar mechanical systems.
• Hands-on experience or training in welding, including Stick welding and MIG welding.
• Ability to troubleshoot hydraulic systems, including identifying issues and supporting repairs.
• Ability to troubleshoot pneumatic systems and assist in resolving related equipment problems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Basic proficiency in operating fork trucks, hoists, and lifts or willingness to learn.
• High school diploma.
• Ability to work safely around rotating equipment, cranes, pumps, transmissions, and other heavy machinery.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or heavy equipment mechanical maintenance is highly beneficial.
• Two-year technical degree, military experience, or community leadership experience such as fire service or law enforcement is considered a strong asset.
• TIG welding experience is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to think quickly and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort working in a team-focused environment where individuals support each other's strengths and skills.

Job Type & Location

This is a permanent position based out of Valparaiso, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $60000.00/yr. Direct hire, day one with Pratt. Full benefits and insurance package.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Valparaiso, IN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 2026.