Maintenance/ Electrical Apprentice (EG) - Southwire Company
Carrollton, GA 30116
About the Job
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
Location: BWP
Shift: Varies
Pay Rate: $22.10 – $22.10
Job Description
Southwire seeks enthusiastic and committed individuals who are interested in learning the technical skills necessary to successfully work in a manufacturing environment.
The Maintenance Apprenticeship Program provides a pathway for individuals to learn and master manufacturing maintenance skills while earning a salary in a career that can lead to opportunities and advancement within the manufacturing industry.
As a student and apprentice, you will rotate between attending classes and working at Southwire. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship program, you will be equipped with both hands-on and institutional knowledge of industrial maintenance and will be prepared be to assume a role as Senior Millwright or Senior Electronic Technician at Southwire.
Southwire Maintenance Apprenticeship Program includes the following commitments from you:
- The Maintenance Apprenticeship Program requires a 2-year commitment to work and school.
- The ability to apply for technical school financial aid for applicable grants, scholarships prior to acceptance into the program.
Here is our commitment to you:
- The ability to get paid to go to school & work immediately.
- Experience hands-on instruction.
- Apply your new skills to real projects for Southwire.
- Learn from lead instructors and industry professionals.
- Competitive wages that are line with the program. Periodic pay increases based upon successful completion of both classroom training and on the job tasks.
- Comprehensive benefits program which includes medical, dental, prescription, and life insurance, as well as 401K and time off benefits.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent recognized by local school authorities.
- Copy of college/technical school transcripts or DD-214 (if applicable)
- Physically able to perform work (stand, lift, bend).
- The ability to get to and from work and school.
- Willing to submit to and pass a drug test and physical upon acceptance.
Benefits We Offer:
- 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
- Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
- Parental Leave
- & More
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
