PreFab Trainee

Application opens on 11/1/23 and closes on 2/1/24

What we are looking for:

As a top leader in the industry, we created a program that is designed to introduce young professionals to the trades and allow them to build a pathway here at Aldridge. Aldridge's Track to the Trades program is tailored to high school graduates to facilitate their seamless integration into our processes and projects. Participants in this program can expect training sessions, hands-on activities, and on-the-job learning experiences that will equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to perform their jobs successfully. They will also work collaboratively with project teams and learn about the trades and the different avenues that they can lead to.

What you’ll do:

Duties include:

• Working with PreFab, warehouse, and project teams on project builds

• Learning to gain exposure to our different types of trades

• Gaining knowledge of field engineers' and project managers' responsibilities

• Reading blueprints to help with takeoffs and building process

• Gaining welding experience and knowledge of tools and material

• Obtaining a forklift certification

• Traveling to job sites and performing safety observations

Who you are:

We are pursuing high school graduates with the following qualifications:

• Expected graduation between May and June 2024

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Able to follow direction and take initiative

Who we are:
Aldridge, a family owned company, is one of the largest specialty contractors in the US, dealing in the power and transportation markets. We have built a reputation as a trusted source in the construction industry, with over 70 years in business, 1,500 employees, and offices and job sites nationwide. Our continued success is attributed to our commitment to quality, attention to project planning, and dedication to an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture.

Aldridge’s mission is to build and strengthen America’s infrastructure, and that starts with building the strongest team. We have sustained significant growth and foresee that continuing for years to come. Our ability to execute difficult projects is made possible by engaging passionate, forward thinking, and innovative people.

What we offer:

Aldridge cares about our team members and the communities in which they live. We are proud to support and participate in various philanthropies. Aldridge Gives, driven by the passion and dedication of our employees, is more than just a philanthropic endeavor. It's a heartfelt commitment to empowering, inspiring, and building caring communities. Our mission revolves around championing causes that matter most to us: education, community, health, veterans, and the environment.

This job-specific task list covers only the most important job duties. Employees assigned to this position title will also perform other occasional work assignments not mentioned above, including temporary assignments, training assignments, and other related duties. Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.