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Maintenance Apprentice

4/2/2026

The Maintenance Apprentice supports production reliability by performing preventive maintenance, basic repairs, and troubleshooting on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. They also assist senior technicians with complex repairs, equipment installation, and documentation of work orders in the CMMS.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

We are the North American leader in differentiated lamination, fabrication and finishing solutions to the building products industry. As our mission, we are consistently challenging the status quo to develop value-added products and business solutions to meet our customers’ evolving needs. The NASL business model addresses an ever-increasing demand for color in building products. For our key accounts, the market pressures associated with capital investments, labor and transportation are addressed by NASL, recognizing that finishing and lamination are not the core competencies of most building products OEMs. The equipment, and the manufacturing processes are complex and requires floor space and highly skilled labor. Vertically integrating to add the capability would require meaningful investment and be at tension with many of their publicly stated strategic initiatives. These factors coupled with our short runs, quick turn-around for inventory turn efficiencies and plants within <500 miles of each/all “Tier 1” customer locations, streamline the supply chain, delivering needed efficiencies and quality. As a strategic portfolio company of Building Industry Partners, https://www.buildingip.com/ we are aligned in our purpose in building an exceptional and enduring business, that generates world-class investment returns, and contributes to elevating the building industry and its workforce through people-focused investment & business principles.

About the Role

Description

NASL is seeking a Maintenance Apprentice who supports the reliability and safety of production by assisting with preventive maintenance, basic repairs, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement projects across multiple departments and facilities. This entry-level role combines hands-on work with structured training to build foundational skills in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to,

Perform Preventative Maintenance tasks (lubrication, inspections, adjustments, filter changes) per schedule and document work in the CMMS.
Assist technicians in diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues to minimize downtime.
Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and hazard communication procedures at all times; maintain clean, safe work areas (5S).
Routinely check belts, bearings, chains, knives, cutters, dust collection connections, and guards; replace consumable materials/parts.
Use a multimeter to verify voltage, continuity, and fuses; replace cord ends, sensors, and limit switches as needed.
Inspect air lines, regulators, valves, cylinders, and hydraulic hoses; assist in replacing seals and tightening fittings.
Help maintain compressors, dust collection systems, lighting, HVAC, and emergency systems.
Log work orders, parts used, and downtime causes; update equipment history and contribute to root-cause notes.
Assist with squaring, alignment, machine offsets, and simple calibration checks.
Installation and movement of equipment within the facility.
Shadow senior technicians on complex repairs.
Source and purchase replacement equipment, tools, and parts when directed.
Work independently to complete list of projects in timely fashion.
Maintain clear communication with senior technicians and operators.

Requirements

Education, Experience, and Skills

High school diploma or GED.
Basic mechanical aptitude; able to use hand/power tools and read a tape, calipers, and micrometers.
Fundamental electrical knowledge (AC/DC basics, reading simple schematics and basic PLC inputs/outputs).
Two years of manufacturing environment experience.
Willingness to work safely and follow procedures.
Technical diploma/certificate (Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical, HVAC, or similar) preferred.
Welding experience.
Experience in a manufacturing environment (wood products/cabinetry a plus).
Familiarity with 5S, LOTO, dust collection fundamentals.
Troubleshooting mindset; curious and systematic, solution oriented.
Clear communication with operators, engineers, and leadership.
Time management—able to prioritize PMs vs. urgent repairs.
Teamwork and coachability; accepts feedback and applies learning.
Computer literacy (ERP, email, basic spreadsheets).
Ability to uphold company Core Values of Integrity, Solutions, Service and Quality as part of the NASL Team.
Ability to work in the following environment: Industrial manufacturing floor with moderate to high noise and heat levels.

Key Skills

Preventive maintenanceTroubleshootingMechanical systemsElectrical systemsPneumatic systemsHydraulic systemsMultimeter usageLockout/Tagout5SMachine guardingCalibrationEquipment installationTechnical documentationTime managementComputer literacy