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Apprentice Program Fall 2021 - Electrical Maintenance (Finance)



Schaeffler, a global automotive and industrial supplier, is seeking Apprentices in Electrical Maintenancefor our Fort Mill, SC facility. The apprentice program is Three and a half (3.5) years in length and is comprised of two main components; academic/shop theory studies at York Technical College (YTC) and on-the-job training (OJT) at our facilities located on our Fort Mill campus.

Why become an Apprentice?

  • Tuition, Books, Tools, and Uniforms are paid for by Schaeffler
  • Apprentices are paid throughout the entire program
  • Apprentices receive valuable Classroom and On-The-Job Training and become an internal source for filling key jobs involving new products and technologies
  • Upon completion of the program, graduating apprentices will receive an Associate Degree in Electrical Maintenance from York Technical College and a Journeyman Certificate from the United States Department of Labor

Key responsibilities include:

  • Complete 7,000 hours of training, which includes the College Program and on-the-job training in our manufacturing facilities (Electrical Maintenance department).
  • OJT is rotational and will include, but is not limited to:
    • Completing maintenance and training activities in a timely manner
    • Willing to learn and apply acquired skills
    • Working closely with the Electrician in conducting preventative and corrective maintenance of the building, machinery, and equipment
    • Completing work-orders in a timely and efficient manner under the supervision of a journeyperson, attends classes as required for apprenticeship, and troubleshoots equipment
Qualified candidates will have:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Successfully place into the minimum Math and Reading levels for the Apprenticeship Curriculum via the Compass Placement Test (required for school admission);
  • Measure mechanical aptitude by taking the Bennett's Mechanical
  • Ability to move or lift 35-50 pounds

Schaeffler is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans Apply