Field Steamfitter Pre-Apprentice

Build Your Career with Ahern
Your Apprenticeship is generally four to five years. Don’t you want to complete it at a company that values your skills, respects your contributions, and offers opportunities for growth?

With more than 145 years as a family-owned business, we’ve built a reputation as one of the best mechanical and fire protection contractors in the country. We pride ourselves on delivering unmatched quality and innovation while providing you with job stability and support. We have an exciting opportunity for a Field Steamfitter Pre-Apprentice located in the Menomonie/Eau Claire, WI area.

Why complete your Apprenticeship at Ahern?

• Learn from the Best: Gain hands-on experience and be mentored by industry experts who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and helping you succeed


• Top-of-the-Line Tools & Technology: We provide you with cutting-edge, new tools to help you excel


• Safety First: Your well-being is our top priority. We’re committed to ensuring every employee leaves work as healthy as they arrived


• Exceptional Work Environment: You’ll work on exciting, hands-on projects that make a real difference - saving lives, protecting the environment, and ensuring personal comfort and well-being


• Perks You Can See: As you progress in your career, field employees receive personalized, regularly upgraded Ahern vehicles (with your name on them!). This is just one of the many perks you have to look forward to

How will you contribute?

You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced steamfitter journeymen to gain hands-on steamfitting knowledge. Steamfitters install, repair, and maintain pipe systems that carry water, steam, compressed air, liquids, and gases required for processing, manufacturing, heating, and cooling. This position is an entry-level union position that provides an excellent pathway to a 5-year apprenticeship, where you will be trained to become a steamfitter journeyman. You will show your attention to detail while installing hangers, material handling, and maintaining jobsite organization.

What you need to qualify:

Steamfitter pre-apprentice applicants must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or its equivalent, have a clean driving record to operate company vehicles and pass an appropriate aptitude test and drug screen. Prior construction experience, welding, and brazing skills are a plus. This job entails a great deal of lifting and climbing. Successful candidates must be self-motivated, possess a strong mechanical background, have a positive working and learning attitude, and be able to work effectively in both fast-paced construction environments, both indoors and outdoors. Dependability and working well as a member of the construction team is essential.

By joining Ahern, you’ll gain the stability of a company that’s been a leader in the industry since 1880, the pride of doing meaningful work, and the support of a team dedicated to your success. Don’t settle for just any job - experience what it’s like to work for the best!

Ahern is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.