Iron Worker Apprentice job description
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Iron worker apprentice requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in iron worker apprentice job postings.
Sample iron worker apprentice requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- At least 18 years of age
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Valid driver’s license
- Must pass pre-employment drug test
Sample required iron worker apprentice soft skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Good problem solving skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Able to follow instructions
Iron Worker Apprentice job description example 1
Sodexo Management, Inc. iron worker apprentice job description
**UNIT DESCRIPTION**
Sodexo at Michigan City Area Schools is looking to fill two Auxillary EVS/Maintenance positions. Previous custodial experience is helpful as you will fill in when not assiting in grounds or maintenance. Work days and hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm. This is a great opportunity to learn and develop new skills while advancing your career! Apply today! Help us build a better future!
**Position Summary**
The General Maintenance Worker Apprentice will fix and maintain machines, mechanical equipment, and buildings. This individual will paint, repair flooring, and work on plumbing, electrical, and air-conditioning and heating systems. In the event of an emergency he/she may be called to support necessary tasks in association with that emergency. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but Sodexo may identify other responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.
**General Responsibilities:**
+ Performs light maintenance service under the auspices of a qualified skilled tradesperson, including plumbing, carpentry, painting and plastering, machine servicing, electrical repairs or installations, or vehicle servicing.
+ Performs tasks such as but not limited to changing light bulbs, installing paper dispenser units, changing filters, changing locks on doors, minor decorative maintenance and other tasks not requiring a licensed skilled trades person or journeyman.
+ Cleans and lubricates parts.
+ Identifies and corrects unsafe working conditions with management oversight.
+ Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated.
+ Complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures.
+ Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.
+ Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments.
+ Applies all applicable OSHA and related local safety requirements to all assigned work.
+ Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
+ May perform snow removal and other grounds keeping activities.
+ May be required to assist with special events.
+ May drive a cart or other vehicle.
+ May perform snow removal and other grounds keeping activities.
+ May be required to assist with special events.
+ May drive a cart or other vehicle.
+ Assists skilled trade workers in one or more areas performing specific or standard duties to learn new skills as required for advancement and certification.
+ May be required to utilize basic cleaning and other chemicals.
+ May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
**Qualifications & Requirements**
+ Willingness to be open to learning and growing.
+ Maturity of judgment and behavior.
+ Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance.
+ Attends work and shows up for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity in light of Sodexo time and attendance policy and/or client operating hours.
+ Ability to work a flexible schedule.
+ Must comply with any dress code requirements.
+ Must be able to work nights, weekends and some holidays.
**Experience/Knowledge:**
+ High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience.
+ 1 or more years of related experience preferred.
**Skills/Aptitude:**
+ Ability to present self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.
+ Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
+ Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect.
+ Ability to maintain a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, managers, customers and client representatives.
+ Ability to provide clear directions and respond accordingly to employees.
+ Ability to read and understand relevant written materials and schematic drawings.
+ Must have basic phone and computer skills (email, texting, etc.).
+ Good attention to detail.
+ Ability to work well under pressure.
+ Ability to work well independently.
+ Knowledge of and proficiency in all OSHA and local requirements related to all assigned work.
**Physical Requirements:**
+ Close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses.
+ Significant walking or other means of mobility.
+ Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
+ Ability to work in tight and/or elevated locations (lifts, rooftops, ladders)
+ May be required to climb ladders of up to 36 feet
+ Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 40 pounds.
**Working Conditions (may add additional conditions specific to defined work location):**
+ Will work in both indoor and outside environments, in varying weather conditions.
+ Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays, weekends and extended hours as business dictates.
+ The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
+ Wears protective clothing and/or equipment required by the work environment or governmental regulations.
Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.
**Benefits Eligibility**
Full Time Benefits: At Sodexo, we believe every employee should have the resources to be their best. As part of our overall rewards, we offer benefits programs designed to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle including health, dental and vision insurance. Eligible employees can enroll in their benefits, which will be effective beginning on their first day with Sodexo. We also offer other benefits like paid time off, financial and savings programs and access to our employee assistance program and other discounts (eligibility varies by unit and may not be available to all employees).
**Job Locations** _US-IN-MICHIGAN CITY_
**System ID** _881425_
**Category** _Facilities_
**Employment Status** _Full-Time_
**Unit Name** _MICHIGAN CITY AREA SCHOOLS FAC_
**Unit Contact** _Erika Kozlowski_
**Target Hourly Rate** _$14.00_
Sodexo at Michigan City Area Schools is looking to fill two Auxillary EVS/Maintenance positions. Previous custodial experience is helpful as you will fill in when not assiting in grounds or maintenance. Work days and hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm. This is a great opportunity to learn and develop new skills while advancing your career! Apply today! Help us build a better future!
**Position Summary**
The General Maintenance Worker Apprentice will fix and maintain machines, mechanical equipment, and buildings. This individual will paint, repair flooring, and work on plumbing, electrical, and air-conditioning and heating systems. In the event of an emergency he/she may be called to support necessary tasks in association with that emergency. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but Sodexo may identify other responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.
**General Responsibilities:**
+ Performs light maintenance service under the auspices of a qualified skilled tradesperson, including plumbing, carpentry, painting and plastering, machine servicing, electrical repairs or installations, or vehicle servicing.
+ Performs tasks such as but not limited to changing light bulbs, installing paper dispenser units, changing filters, changing locks on doors, minor decorative maintenance and other tasks not requiring a licensed skilled trades person or journeyman.
+ Cleans and lubricates parts.
+ Identifies and corrects unsafe working conditions with management oversight.
+ Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated.
+ Complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures.
+ Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.
+ Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments.
+ Applies all applicable OSHA and related local safety requirements to all assigned work.
+ Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
+ May perform snow removal and other grounds keeping activities.
+ May be required to assist with special events.
+ May drive a cart or other vehicle.
+ May perform snow removal and other grounds keeping activities.
+ May be required to assist with special events.
+ May drive a cart or other vehicle.
+ Assists skilled trade workers in one or more areas performing specific or standard duties to learn new skills as required for advancement and certification.
+ May be required to utilize basic cleaning and other chemicals.
+ May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
**Qualifications & Requirements**
+ Willingness to be open to learning and growing.
+ Maturity of judgment and behavior.
+ Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance.
+ Attends work and shows up for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity in light of Sodexo time and attendance policy and/or client operating hours.
+ Ability to work a flexible schedule.
+ Must comply with any dress code requirements.
+ Must be able to work nights, weekends and some holidays.
**Experience/Knowledge:**
+ High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience.
+ 1 or more years of related experience preferred.
**Skills/Aptitude:**
+ Ability to present self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.
+ Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
+ Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect.
+ Ability to maintain a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, managers, customers and client representatives.
+ Ability to provide clear directions and respond accordingly to employees.
+ Ability to read and understand relevant written materials and schematic drawings.
+ Must have basic phone and computer skills (email, texting, etc.).
+ Good attention to detail.
+ Ability to work well under pressure.
+ Ability to work well independently.
+ Knowledge of and proficiency in all OSHA and local requirements related to all assigned work.
**Physical Requirements:**
+ Close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses.
+ Significant walking or other means of mobility.
+ Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
+ Ability to work in tight and/or elevated locations (lifts, rooftops, ladders)
+ May be required to climb ladders of up to 36 feet
+ Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 40 pounds.
**Working Conditions (may add additional conditions specific to defined work location):**
+ Will work in both indoor and outside environments, in varying weather conditions.
+ Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays, weekends and extended hours as business dictates.
+ The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
+ Wears protective clothing and/or equipment required by the work environment or governmental regulations.
Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.
**Benefits Eligibility**
Full Time Benefits: At Sodexo, we believe every employee should have the resources to be their best. As part of our overall rewards, we offer benefits programs designed to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle including health, dental and vision insurance. Eligible employees can enroll in their benefits, which will be effective beginning on their first day with Sodexo. We also offer other benefits like paid time off, financial and savings programs and access to our employee assistance program and other discounts (eligibility varies by unit and may not be available to all employees).
**Job Locations** _US-IN-MICHIGAN CITY_
**System ID** _881425_
**Category** _Facilities_
**Employment Status** _Full-Time_
**Unit Name** _MICHIGAN CITY AREA SCHOOLS FAC_
**Unit Contact** _Erika Kozlowski_
**Target Hourly Rate** _$14.00_
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024