Service Apprentice

DescriptionSprague is passionate about delivering diverse products and programs that warm, power and move the world. We keep homes warm through Northeastern winters and hospitals cool through summer. We help small businesses focus on serving their communities, and our renewable fuels keep our country's infrastructure running. From importing wind energy components to deploying leading-edge solar technology to help power terminal facilities, we are committed to continually evolving to meet our customers' changing energy needs.Are you ready to join a dynamic team and contribute to the energy solutions of tomorrow? We are currently seeking an Apprentice to join our Service Team and work under the guidance of our experienced technicians. You will assist in servicing, repairing, and troubleshooting #2, #4 and natural gas burners. You will also assist in servicing and repairing commercial residential steam, hot water and warm air systems. You'll gain knowledge of tanks and piping systems, as well as learn to support a safe and efficient work environment. This is an excellent opportunity if you are looking to start a career in the heating service industry.Responsibilities include:Assist in servicing, repairing, maintaining, and troubleshooting #2, #4, & natural gas burners.Assist technicians in servicing and repairing commercial residential steam, hot water, and warm air systems.Learn to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment, controls, piping, and wiring for residential heating systems.Gain knowledge of above ground and buried tanks, gravity and suction systems.Develop an understanding of oil, water, steam, and condensate piping systems.Assist in operating combustion analyzers to obtain unit efficiencies. Qualified Candidates will have the following:Minimum of one year of practical experience in electrical, plumbing, or mechanical fields, or equivalent educational background.Valid and clean driver's license.Ability to navigate through the five boroughs, Westchester County, Long Island and New JerseyAbility to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC)Available to work overtime and weekends as needed.Bilingual Spanish skills strongly preferred.High School Diploma or GED Good communication/interpersonal skills Benefits:Competitive payLocal 32BJ union (retirement plan and Anthem health insurance)Life insurance, PTO Physical activity/strength requirements are demanding and may include:Occasionally (1-33%) Frequently (34-66%) Constantly (67-100%)Constantly grasping/handlingFrequently standing, walking squatting and in/out of truckOccasionally bending/stooping, climbing-stairs, ladders, slopes, crawling, kneeling, neck flexion/extension, reaching forward and overhead, sitting, twisting, balancingFrequently lifting/ carrying weights up to 50 lbs. and occasionally 51 - 100 plus lbs.Occasionally pushing/pulling weights up to 100 plus lbs.Frequently exposed to dust, noise, chemical agents, fumes, odors, solvents, petroleum productsOccasionally exposed to excessive heat, excessive cold, vibration and slippery surfacesFrequently indoors, driving, using power tools/equipment, and talkingConstantly hearingCome join us to learn why we are consistently celebrating 20-, 30-, and even 40-year anniversaries here at Sprague The rate for this position is $28.00 per hour, based on experience.Sprague is an EEO/AA employer. We strongly encourage minorities, females, Vets and individuals with disabilities to apply.As a federal contractor we adhere to OFCCP employment regulations.Click here for OFCCP compliance information Sprague is an EEO/AA employer. We strongly encourages minorities, females, Vets and individuals with disabilities to apply.As a federal contractor we adhere to OFCCP employment regulations. Click here for OFCCP compliance information: Minimum Salary: 31200.00 Maximum Salary: 31200.00 Salary Unit: Yearly

Created: 2024-10-19