Maintenance Apprentice

Date Posted: February 26, 2026 Brief Description: The program is designed to provide the basic skills and knowledge essential for maintenance employees. At the conclusion of the program, the employee will have completed the requirements for a Technical Certificate in Industrial Technology and demonstrated on-the-job training experience. Program Design and Job Duties: • The apprenticeship program will combine on-the-job training and academic instruction. • OmniSource has partnered with Ivy Tech Community College-Fort Wayne to create one 2-year apprenticeship program in which apprentices will learn the following: • Preventative maintenance and repair of non-ferrous equipment and conveyer systems. • Perform basic maintenance duties (fabricate, install, read blueprints, and other basic maintenance requirements) • Operating various types of welding equipment. • Complete necessary paperwork for each job. • Prioritize and execute jobs given by supervision. • A clear understanding and adherence to safety rules and regulations. • Ability to work in all types of weather conditions (both inside and outside, varying heights) • All other tasks as assigned. Program Requirements: • Complete 4,000 hours of OJT along with completion of classes at IVY Tech-2-year program (Technical Certificate) • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Able to lift 50 pounds or more consistently. Program Benefits: • Tuition, books, and fees covered by OmniSource (minimum GPA 3.0 required). • Hourly wages paid for both work and classroom hours.