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Job Description - Maintenance Apprentice Program


Industrial Maintenance Apprentice Program

Location: Independence, IA 
Industry: Aluminum Extrusion Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time Apprenticeship
Start Date: ASAP
Compensation: Paid Training + Benefits

Start Your Skilled Trades Career at Pries Enterprises!

Pries is excited to offer a comprehensive Industrial Maintenance Apprentice Program tailored for the aluminum extrusion manufacturing environment. This program combines classroom instruction with hands-on training to prepare the next generation of maintenance professionals.

You’ll gain the skills needed to install, maintain, and repair the complex mechanical and electrical systems used in our state-of-the-art aluminum extrusion facility.

What You’ll Learn:

  • • Fundamentals of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
  • • Maintenance of extrusion presses, die ovens, pullers, saws, and handling equipment
  • • Troubleshooting PLCs and automated control systems
  • • Preventive and predictive maintenance strategies
  • • Welding, fabrication, and basic machining
  • • Industrial safety, LOTO procedures, and environmental compliance
  • • Reading blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals

Program Overview:

Classroom Training: Delivered through Hawkeye Community College, covering theory, safety, and technical fundamentals.
On-the-Job Training: Learn from skilled maintenance professionals in our live production environment.
Program Duration: 24 months, depending on previous experience and progress.

Who We're Looking For:

  • High school diploma or GED required or currently completing
  • 18 years or older
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in industrial work
  • Reliable, safety-conscious, and eager to learn
  • Ability to work in hot environments and around heavy machinery
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work flexible shifts if needed
  • Previous shop, trade school, or hands-on experience is a plus — but not required!

What We Offer:

  • • Paid, full-time training with progressive wage increases
  • • All tools and PPE provided
  • • Career path into full-time Industrial Maintenance Technician role
  • • Opportunity to earn industry certifications (e.g., NCCER, OSHA, etc.)
  • • Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits
  • • A future in a high-demand trade at a growing aluminum manufacturer

Apply Today:

Interested? Submit your application here or at Priesenterprises.com
Please include a brief statement of interest and resume (if available).

Application Deadline: 8/17/2025
Start Date: Flexible

Build your future in aluminum manufacturing. Learn while you earn—and launch your skilled trades career today.
 
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