Skip to main content

Oregon State Flag An official website of the State of Oregon »

OL&I Logo

Trade Details



Back to Trade List

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Apprenticeship Opportunities

Job Description

Perform work involving the skills of two or more maintenance or craft occupations to keep machines, mechanical equipment, or the structure of a building in repair. Duties may involve pipe fitting; HVAC maintenance; insulating; welding; machining; carpentry; repairing electrical or mechanical equipment; installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment; and repairing buildings, floors, or stairs.

Photo of Industrial Maintenance Mechanic doing work

Working Conditions

Workers in this occupation must follow safety precautions and use protective equipment, such as hardhats, safety glasses, and hearing protectors. Most work full time in manufacturing facilities. However, they may be on call and work night or weekend shifts. Overtime is common.<br>

Minimum Qualifications

Apprenticeship applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have High School diploma, equivalent GED certificate or have completed an Associate Degree or higher, accredited by an accreditor that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; AND must have successfully completed 1 year of high school mathematics or an equivalent post-high school placement test or course;&nbsp; completion of the math placement exam at the Committee’s Preferred Educational Provider and placement into MTH 60.

Available Apprenticeship Programs


Committee NameCityAverage Wage
PACIFIC NORTHWEST IMM JATCPORTLAND$39.32View for #11460308 Apprenticeship Details
PNW INDUSTRIAL APPRENTICESHIP JATCBELLINGHAM$40.70View for #11520308 Apprenticeship Details
LAMB WESTON TATCPENDLETON$29.89View for #60020308 Apprenticeship Details
BOISE CASCADE/WCIW NE-OR TATCPENDLETON$31.83View for #60200308 Apprenticeship Details