Service Tech Apprentice

UPMC is excited to announce that we are hiring our third class of Facilities Engineering and Maintenance apprentices. This paid program offers a pathway to skilled trades through hands‑on training, mentorship, and the opportunity to develop essential skills while working in a world‑renowned health system. When the apprenticeship is successfully completed, the individual is promoted to a Journeyman‑1 position and will become a part of the UPMC Career Ladder structure.

This role will be a paid position at the standard hourly rate of $21.31/HR. This apprenticeship combines full‑time on‑the‑job training with online learning through Pennsylvania College of Technology Mechatronics Technician Apprenticeship. Individuals will have the opportunity to take a PMMI certification test at the conclusion of each year.

The apprenticeship lasts four years, with four hours of class per week, and full‑time on‑the‑job training. Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM; overtime or weekends may be required. Location: 300 Highland Avenue at UPMC Hanover.

If you are ready to start your career in a trade, look no further and apply today! Responsibilities • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical equipment such as motors, pumps, conveyors, doors, fans, boilers, heat exchangers, and controls. • Assist with installation, replacement, repair, and testing of electrical circuits, equipment, wiring, appliances, systems, lighting, signals, communication, generating and distribution equipment, and power circuits.

• Maintain, test, repair, and modify heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and related temperature controls and equipment throughout the facility. • Operate, monitor, and perform preventive maintenance on high‑pressure boilers, boiler auxiliaries, and other related mechanical/life‑safety equipment. • Maintain daily log, preventive maintenance records, and equipment repair files.
• Complete Environmental Health and Safety competencies, attend bi‑monthly safety meetings, and complete annual mandatory training. Qualifications • High School Diploma or GED. • Age 18 at the start of apprenticeship.
• Achieve a score of 35% or higher on aptitude test and complete in‑person interview. • Computer knowledge with ability to attend classes online. • Must remain in good standing with CCAC, Penn Tech, and UPMC.
• Must maintain minimum grade standards. • Walking or standing for extended periods of time. • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally; lift up to 20 lbs frequently.
• Some overtime may be required. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances • Licensure/Certification: Act 34 Criminal Clearance. • Drivers License.
• Position Specific Licensure/Certification: Must possess appropriate license or registration to meet code requirements, as needed. • Act 34. UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran.