Job Description

Individuals in this role will repair and maintenance of electrical, mechanical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. Works with a wide variety of hand tools and power hand tools. May use welding and cutting equipment and machine tools. Works with oils and lubricants. Performs work that requires specialized experience and training related to skills trades.

This role also repairs, overhauls and services mechanized equipment, i.e., hoists, elevators, conveyors, mobile equipment, hi-lifts, etc. Performs carpentry work in construction, repairing or modifying structures, cabinets, scaffolds, shelves, offices, jogs, fixtures, etc. Uses brushes and spray guns in painting interiors and exteriors, equipment, etc., including preparation of surfaces and mixing paints. Installs and maintains utility lines for gas, water, air, etc., including general plumbing work. Inspects, installs, relocates, repairs and maintains plant electrical equipment, i.e. motors, switch boxes, panels, instruments, starters, control devices, power circuits, feeders, etc. Installs, moves, repairs and maintains mechanical and electronic selecting devices. Removes, installs, repairs and checks plant mechanical devices and equipment. Cuts, brazes and welds various metals used on construction of forms, guardrails, catwalks, runways, stairs, etc. Works with furnace line personnel to install and adjust oil burners, etc. Inspects plant equipment and follows preventative maintenance program.

Individuals will be trained Monday-Friday 7am-3pm and then assigned to a crew to work rotating shifts. Rotating shift work involves working 7 consecutive days of an 8am-4pm shift followed by 3 days off, then working 7 consecutive days of a 12mid-8am shift followed by 2 days off and then working 7 consecutive days of a 4pm-12mid shift followed by two days off and then starting back on the 8-4 shift. This amounts to working 21 days with 7 days off in a 28-day cycle.

The apprenticeship is an 8,000-hour program and is governed by federally approved national standards. Those who are hired will be required to complete a minimum of 144 hours of approved classroom training each twelve months. Classroom training is through local technical schools. These classes are taken during your non-working hours, and you are not paid while attending. All courses, textbooks and fees will be paid at 100% by Anchor Glass Container.

Additional Information

Anchor Glass is committed to welcoming all people, thereby fostering a sense of belonging and opportunity across our organization. We do not discriminate against job applicants, employees, or any individual because of: age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual preference or orientation, material status, disability or status with regard to public assistance. We are one Anchor!