Electrical & Advance Manufacturing Apprentice

*Position Summary* Assists with the wiring, repair, or troubleshooting of equipment and electrical control systems under the direction of a working electrician and other technically skilled employees. Apprentice will be responsible for reading blueprints to understand customer specifications and using a variety of tools to help the skilled technicians build, operate, and troubleshoot equipment/systems. *Essential Functions* * Mentor with electricians, maintenance technicians, and various managerial employees to evaluate and determine the best path for mentorship to safely equip the apprentice with the needed skills to succeed in the career path being pursued. * Assemble, install, test, or maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools. * Test electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. * Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps. * Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes. * Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. * Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. * Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures. Operate overhead and jib cranes to move both small and large components, and buildings. * Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs. * Operate equipment to verify operational efficiency. * Install repaired parts into equipment or install new equipment. * Confer with engineering, supervisory, and manufacturing personnel to exchange technical information. * Install parts and assemblies such as hydraulic systems, electrical wiring, lubricants, and batteries into machines and mechanisms. * Perform physically demanding tasks such as moving or lifting heavy objects. * Comply with established safety policies and procedures. Wear required Personal Protective Equipment as directed. Use appropriate tools designed for their specific job tasks. Provide feedback related to hazard assessments and/or accident investigations. * Act in accordance with Patterson's Company policies (ex. Harassment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethics, etc.). * Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job. *Experience* * 1 plus years of experience or actively attending courses in the required Education courses of study Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Health insurance * Life insurance * On-the-job training * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: In person