Industrial Mechanical Apprentice

Weyerhaeuser offers excellent pay and benefits, and a chance to grow a career. Our facility in Buckhannon, WV is seeking an Industrial Mechanical Apprentice who has a desire to learn and become a Skilled Industrial Mechanic. The successful candidate will be required to enroll in and complete a Formalized Apprenticeship program.

You should exhibit a strong commitment to safety, a positive attitude, excellent work ethic, and a desire to work hand in hand supporting the Mechanical team in a manufacturing facility performing a wide variety of maintenance tasks.

Starting wage up to $27.95 / hr

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensure machinery lubrication & other preventative maintenance assignments.
• Troubleshooting and repairing mechanically/electrically powered equipment.
• Bearing, shaft, coupling, belt, sprocket, and chain drive system installations and alignment.
• Troubleshooting and repairing pneumatic and hydraulic systems with basic principles of cylinder repair.
• Metal fabrication.
• Some troubleshooting and exposure to industrial electricity and controls.
• Adapt to evolving business needs and priorities.
• Contribute to improving equipment reliability and Mill efficiency.
• Apprenticeship Program: Actively participate in the program for skill development and trade certification.

• High school diploma or General Education Degree GED.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment mechanical assessment.
• Computer Skills, i.e. Windows, MS Office, SAP, etc.
• Total commitment to Safety standards, policies and efficient maintenance operations.

Ability to:

• Work rotating shifts, to include weekends and holidays as operating conditions require.
• Perform the essential physical functions of the position such as but not limited to; willing to climb stairs and ladders, navigate catwalks, lifting / pushing (50lbs), stooping, and bending.
• Work in elevated/low temperatures (heat and cold) throughout the plant for the assigned shift.
• Demonstrate basic / beginner welding skills.
• Provide basic repair and troubleshooting skills with mechanically/electrically powered equipment as well as pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Highly motivated with the ability to learn and adapt.
• A positive attitude that promotes collaborative team environment.
• Willingness and ability to wear all required personal protective equipment including a respirator, as required.
• Applicants must be able to pass a drug test, physical and background check.

Value added qualifications:

• Vocational or technical school certificate, military training, and experience as they relate.
• Skilled in the use of aerial work platforms, fork trucks and manlifts at all heights and locations in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge/Experience with the following:
  • Metal fabrication, principles of hydraulic cylinder repair, machinery lubrication, precision installation of bearings, couplings, belts, sprockets, and chain drive systems.
  • SAP or other Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
  • Comprehend blueprints, schematics, computers and appropriate test equipment.
  • Using precision alignment tools and practices
  • Fire protection systems
  • HVAC system maintenance and repair
  • Machine Shop tools and equipment
  • Industrial Air Compressors
  • Basic industrial electricity and controls

Apprenticeship Program Requirements:

• The Successful Candidate will be required to enroll and complete the Formalized Apprenticeship Program consisting of on-the-job and in-school (online) training through RCBI. Tuition into the program will be paid by

Weyerhaeuser with the successful candidate agreeing to the following:

• Must commit to finishing the complete Apprenticeship Program within the required time frame and meet the appropriate performance standard.
• The Successful Candidate’s performance must also demonstrate trainee is qualified, within a six (6) month time frame, to continue in trainee position. Performance will be measured / monitored by requiring the Trainee to take a hands-on skill assessment.
• To progress to an Industrial Shift Mechanic, Trainee will be required to pass the APT Metrics online Mechanic 2 Skill
• Assessment and the hands-on presentation, no later than 1 year from the start of the position.

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