Maintenance Apprentice

About JLG, an Oshkosh company

JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products-including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories-can be found all over the world.

JLG is seeking a motivated high school student interested in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, and equipment troubleshooting to join the Maintenance team as an apprentice. This hands-on opportunity provides real-world experience in an industrial setting while developing foundational skills in equipment maintenance, problem-solving, and facility upkeep.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Shadow full-time maintenance technicians to learn diagnostics and repairs on machines, equipment, cranes, hoists, and specialized tools.
• Electrical Fundamentals: Develop understanding of 3-phase to single-phase electricity, read electrical prints and symbols, and use a multimeter for testing.
• Robotics & Automation: Assist with robotic troubleshooting and basic robotic operations.
• Preventative Maintenance (PM): Learn the importance of PM programs, perform upkeep on production equipment, and use computerized maintenance management software (CMMS) for work orders.
• Environmental Responsibility: Follow safe waste disposal practices and contribute to facility safety initiatives.
• Facility & General Maintenance: Assist with painting, cleaning, and organizing spare parts to support overall maintenance operations.
• Safety & Organization: Maintain workplace organization (6S), follow PPE requirements, and support safety/quality improvements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• General knowledge of hand tools and their applications.
• Punctual, detail-oriented, and able to work in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a willingness to learn new technical concepts.
• Basic computer skills for managing maintenance tasks in a digital system.
• Interest in mechanical, electrical, or maintenance-related careers-preferably planning to attend trade school, college, or enter the workforce in a maintenance role.

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