Apprentice Machinist Mechanic Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/metrocouncil/jobs/newprint/4846590) Apply  Apprentice Machinist Mechanic Salary See Position Description Location Water Resource Recovery Facility Metro Area (as assigned), MN Job Type Full-Time Job Number 2024-00408 Division Environmental Services Department Maintenance Routine Opening Date 03/06/2025 Closing Date 3/27/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions WHO WE ARE Metropolitan Council's Environmental Services Division is accepting applications for Six (6) full-time Apprentice Machinist Mechanics. Women and People of Color are encouraged to apply! We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services.More information about us on our website. (https://metrocouncil.org/About-Us/The-Council-Who-We-Are.aspx) We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Join an award-winning wastewater industry leader in protecting our environment! Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) operates and maintains the wastewater collection and treatment system in the Twin Cities metropolitan region. It also provides coordinated long-range water supply planning, air and water quality monitoring to meet future needs. MCES treatment plants consistently earn state and national awards for complete compliance with their environmental permits. MCES received a Governor’s Award as a Great Place to Work. To find out more about the Environmental Services division, please click on the link for more information:https://metrocouncil.org/Wastewater-Water.aspx. How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region: The hard-working individuals we welcome on our team will be responsible for successfully participating in a state indentured apprenticeship program designed to train qualified individuals in performing mechanical troubleshooting, repair, preventive, asset condition monitoring and machining of parts in our wastewater treatment facilities. We offer comprehensive benefits, continuous on-the-job training, a team environment, secure and stable work, and opportunities for advancement. Starting salary will be based on qualifications. Apprentice20252026 1st 2000 Hours = 75%$35.00$36.95 2nd 2000 Hours= 85%$39.67$41.88 3rd 2000 Hours= 90%$42.00$44.34 4th 2000 Hours = 95%$44.34$46.81 What you would do in this job + Troubleshoot and analyze mechanical breakdowns. + Disassemble and inspect problematic equipment. + Repair defective equipment (making and installing new parts), redesign inefficient equipment, and rig and move equipment. + Design, machine and fabricate all prototype work for new and existing equipment. + Maintain tools, clean work sites, and utilize safety equipment with cooperation and notification of operations personnel. + Successfully complete assigned training by the end of apprenticeship. + Use current technology to effectively complete timesheets and work orders. + Must complete 144 hours of required training for every 2000 hours of remaining apprenticeship after credits. What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications) High school diploma or GED AND four (4) years of work experience in a mechanical, heavy industrial, or wastewater setting. License Requirements: A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Candidates should already possess or be willing and able to obtain a commercial driver's license if business needs require it. What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications): + Completion of a two (2) year mechanical maintenance vocational program. + At least one (1) full year of professional verifiable work experience as a machinist mechanic. + Experience with welding. + Experience with Asset Condition Monitoring (vibration, non-destructive testing (NDT), infrared). + Experience promoting an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values culture and diversity among all employees. What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job: + Knowledge of, or ability to learn, machining and welding. + Knowledge of, or ability to learn, the use of various hand tools used in this industry. + Knowledge of, or ability to operate, various power tools and equipment. + Ability to install, dismantle, repair and troubleshoot mechanical equipment. + Knowledge of, or ability to learn, the operation, installation, preventive maintenance and repair of a wide variety of equipment, such as pumps, drives (gear sets, chains, sprockets, belts and sheaves, clutches, and U-joints), bar screens, centrifuges, holding tanks and other predominant wastewater treatment mechanical equipment. + Knowledge of, or ability to learn, preventive maintenance and asset condition monitoring. + Ability to make mathematical calculations involving decimals, fractions, addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication. + Ability to make measurements in American and metric units. + Ability to work independently, follow written and verbal instructions, and work cooperatively with multiple trades personnel. + Ability to effectively complete timesheets and work orders. What you can expect from us: + We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area. + We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training. + We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance. More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx) Additional information Union: International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, District Lodge No. 77 FLSA Status: Non-exempt Safety Sensitive: Yes - subject to random drug testing Working Conditions and Physical Environment: Work is performed in an industrial wastewater setting and requires the ability to work in all outdoor weather conditions. Requires travels and driving between primary work site and other work sites. Subject to an environment where fumes and airborne particles are present. Must have physical ability required to perform work in an awkward position or in cramped conditions, including confined spaces. Requires crouching, kneeling, and stooping for extended periods of time. Performs repetitive motions including bending, twisting, pushing, and pulling. Must have the ability to work in very noisy conditions and around equipment where odorous fumes, oil, grease and chemicals exist. Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. What steps the recruitment process involves: + We review your minimum qualifications. + We rate your education and experience. + We conduct a structured panel interview. + We conduct a selection interview. Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then: If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position. IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration. The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us. We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below: + Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund + Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan + Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80% + Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free: + Well@Work clinic + bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year + parking at many job locations + fitness centers at many job locations + Employee Assistance Program + extensive health and wellness programs and resources 01 Applicant Instructions: It is important thatyour application shows all relevant education and experienceyou possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. Resumes will not be accepted for this recruitment. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions. + Yes + No 02 How did youfirsthear about this job opening? + CareerForce Center + Community Event/Organization + Employee Referral + Facebook + Glassdoor + Indeed + Job Fair + LinkedIn + Metro Transit Bus Advertisement + Twitter + Website: governmentjobs.com + Website: metrocouncil.org + Website: metrotransit.org + Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com + Other 03 If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. If you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable. 04 Do you possess a high school diploma or GED? (please note: a verification of high school diploma or GED completion will be required at the time of job offer). + Yes + No 05 Do you have at least four (4) years of full-time verifiable work experience in a mechanical, heavy industrial, or wastewater setting? + Yes + No 06 If you answered "yes" to question #5, please identify below the employer(s), your job title(s), and major job duties. Please note: this information must also be in your application in order to receive credit for the answer. If you answered "no," please indicate "N/A." 07 Select all the areas in which you have professional work experience. + Mechanical + Heavy Industrial + Wastewater Treatment + Other + None of the above 08 If you selected "other" in question #7, please list what that is. If you did not select "other," indicate "N/A." 09 Have you completed a two (2) year mechanical maintenance or related vocational/technical training program? (please note: a verification of training completion will be performed at the time of job offer). + Yes + No 10 If you answered "yes" to question #9, please identify below the institution and certificate or degree earned. Please note: this information must also be in your application to receive credit for the answer. If you answered "no," please indicate N/A." 11 How many years of full-time work experience do you have as a machinist mechanic? (please note: all work experience will be subject to verification at the time of job offer). + No experience + One (1) year of full-time work experience + More than one (1) year, but less than three (3) years of full-time work experience + Three (3) years, but less than five (5) years of full-time work experience + Five (5) or more years of full-time work experience 12 For question #11, please identify the employer(s), your job title(s), and major job duties. Please note: this information must also be in your application in order to receive credit for the answer. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A." 13 Select all the areas in which you have work experience. + Welding + Asset condition monitoring (vibration, non-destructive testing/NDT, infrared) + None of the above 14 For question #13, please identify the employer(s), your job title(s), and major job duties. Please note: this information must also be on your application in order to receive credit for the answer. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A." 15 Do you have a current, valid driver's license? + Yes + No 16 The Metropolitan Council values a workplace that is as diverse as the people we serve. Please describe your experience working and collaborating in a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive environment. If you do not have this experience, indicate 'N/A.' Required Question Employer Metropolitan Council Address 390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101 Website https://metrocouncil.org Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email