Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Program

Description

About Us:

MI Metals, Inc. is a leading aluminum extrusion company headquartered in Oldsmar, Florida, with four manufacturing plants located in Arizona, Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee. As a business-to-business (B2B) company, we specialize in providing high-quality aluminum extrusion products to various industries. Our mission is to exceed customer expectations with high-quality aluminum extrusions, delivered on time, while embracing our core values: Safety, Environment, Quality, Customer Service, Cost Management, and Integrity.

Apprenticeship Program Details:

This is a unique opportunity for students enrolled in Motlow College’s Mechatronics Program to gain practical experience and hands-on training in the field of maintenance technology.

Program Benefits:

• Paid Tuition: MI Metals covers the cost of your Mechatronics Program at Motlow College.
• Earn While You Learn: Work 20 hours per week on-site while dedicating 20 hours to school/study time. You will be paid for a total of 40 hours per week.
• On-the-Job Training: Receive hands-on training in maintenance and repair techniques under the guidance of experienced technicians.

Key Responsibilities: While working alongside fully qualified maintenance technicians to learn skills of industrial machine maintenance. Assist with maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing all machines.

• Assist with troubleshooting and repairing electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems across the plant.
• Learn to read and interpret equipment manuals and schematics to support maintenance tasks.
• Participate in preventative maintenance programs and support equipment breakdown repairs.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
• Work closely with senior technicians and team members to develop your technical skills.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in or acceptance to Motlow College’s Mechatronics Program.
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in industrial maintenance and repair.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in environments with heat, noise, and chemicals.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting, climbing, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling.
• Ability to work near heat and chemicals with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Ear plugs, safety glasses, long pants (uniforms provided after probationary period), steel-toed shoes with metatarsal guards (reimbursed up to maximum shoe allowance after probationary period). (Gloves, protective sleeves) 

Benefits

• Full tuition paid for the Motlow College Mechatronics Program (modified program).
• Competitive pay for 40 hours weekly (20 hours work + 20 hours school/study).
• Eligibility for MI Metals’ benefits package, including health insurance, 401k with company match, paid time off, and more.
• Opportunity for career growth and full-time employment upon program completion.