The work environment in the mining and construction industries has unique and interesting challenges one won’t find in other professions. It is all encompassing, anywhere from office attire one day to working in a rough and rugged environment another day in some of the most beautiful and pristine areas of the world. The work environment includes being regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outdoor weather conditions. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 25 pounds, is frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds and is occasionally required to lift up to and in excess of 100 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Personal Protection Equipment may be required in this role. The position is considered Safety Sensitive.
Responsibilities:
- Apprentices are full time employees of Epiroc USA.
- On the Job (OJT) training takes up the majority of time in the program, and takes place at the primary service center location.
- The final 6 months of the program is tailored to develop skills that are most needed by the various divisions providing product support to customers.
- Apprentices are paired with experienced technicians each day they are working at the service center or customer’s job site.
- Each apprentice will be paired with a mentor.
- Performance reviews take place after 30 days and then periodically throughout the 12 month program; satisfactory performance is a condition of continued employment.
- Upon graduating from the apprenticeship, you will be capable of providing the highest quality workmanship and best practices consistent with Epiroc USA quality standards.
Requirements:
- Completion of a technical program, completion of military service with technical training background, completion of an accepted secondary technical program, or other merited background to support consideration
- Must own basic hand tools to permit completion of maintenance tasks
- Valid, active driver’s license is required
- Must be detail oriented and highly organized
- Commit to Safety and related Best Practices
- Maintaining courteous and professional demeanor and communication with customers and internal staff at all times
Benefits:Â
- Benefits eligibility begins the 1st of the month after start date
- Health care eligibility – including medical, dental, vision, prescription and telemedicine
- Wellness program
- Employee discounts
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) plan
- Direct deposit
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid Vacation