Maintenance Apprentice -- Learn a Trade, Build a Career

Job Description Maintenance ApprenticeAbout the RoleHamtramck Recycling is looking for a Maintenance Apprentice to join our hands-on maintenance team.You do not need years of experience or a journeyman card to apply. What matters most is showing up every day, working hard, and being willing to learn. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to build real industrial trade skills that can turn into a long-term career.This is not a “stand around and watch” type of job. You will work directly alongside experienced team members and gain hands-on experience maintaining equipment, repairing machinery, and helping keep a large industrial recycling facility running.If you are dependable, mechanically inclined, and not afraid to get your hands dirty, this is a great opportunity to learn a skilled trade from the ground up.Skills You’ll LearnNo experience in every area? That’s expected — we train.You’ll gain experience with:Welding and torch work (MIG, stick welding, cutting)Industrial painting, surface prep, and finish workSandblasting and coating preparationGeneral facility and equipment maintenancePreventive maintenance and repair work ordersBasic troubleshooting and repair estimationMaterial, parts, and shop inventory managementWhat a Great Day Looks LikeYou show up on time, check in with the maintenance team, and get after the day’s work orders.One day you might be repairing equipment with a torch or welder. Another day you could be prepping and painting containers, inspecting equipment, or helping complete preventative maintenance around the facility.Our maintenance team is small, so every person matters. The work you do has a direct impact on keeping the operation running safely and efficiently.You’re a Great Fit If You Are...Reliable — attendance and punctuality matter hereWilling to learn — you pick up hands-on instruction quicklyHard-working — you are comfortable with physical, active workDetail-oriented — you care about doing the job rightA team player — small crew, no drama, everyone contributesMotivated to grow — you want a career skill, not just a paycheckMinimum RequirementsAbility to handle physical work, including lifting, standing, and working outdoorsBasic familiarity with hand tools or mechanical work (any experience level welcome)Reliable transportation to our facility in HamtramckAuthorized to work in the United StatesBenefitsMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlanPaid Time Off (PTO)Hands-on trade training and long-term career growth opportunitiesAbout Hamtramck RecyclingHamtramck Recycling is a recycling and waste transfer facility located in Hamtramck, serving the greater Detroit area.We process and recycle industrial and commercial materials that would otherwise end up in landfills. Our operation plays an important role in supporting manufacturing, construction, and environmental sustainability throughout the region.Our maintenance department is a critical part of that operation, and we invest heavily in the people who help keep everything running.No experience in every area? That’s okay. A strong work ethic and willingness to learn matter more than a perfect resume.Apply today and tell us what trade skill you’re most interested in learning.Company Description Hamtramck Recycling is a waste recycling company located in Hamtramck Michigan. Our facility sorts and recycles material from the industrial and commercial waste stream that would otherwise find its home in one of the states many landfills. Our company is making an impact not only in our local community but in the entire metro Detroit area. Company Description Hamtramck Recycling is a waste recycling company located in Hamtramck Michigan. Our facility sorts and recycles material from the industrial and commercial waste stream that would otherwise find its home in one of the states many landfills. Our company is making an impact not only in our local community but in the entire metro Detroit area.