Tool & Model Maker Apprentice Year 1
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
Build the tools that power a more resilient energy future
At S&C Electric you wont just learn a trade. Youll help shape the future of the electrical grid. For over 100 years S&C has been a trusted innovator in power reliability and since 2012 weve been 100% employeeowned. That means when you join S&C you become an owner and your work truly matters.
Our products help utilities withstand severe weather improve reliability and support the transition to clean energy. Were large enough to lead the industryand small enough that your ideas and contributions make a real difference.
Join S&C and become an employeeowner building solutions for tomorrows energy challenges.
Work Schedule
- 6:00 AM 2:30 PM MondayFriday (Onsite)
- Occasional Saturday overtime
Compensation & Benefits
We believe in fair competitive and transparent pay.
- Base hourly pay: $28.50 per hour
- Overtime opportunities
- Pay is based on skills experience education and performance
- Eligible for S&Cs Annual Bonus
- Employee ownership strong benefits and longterm career growth
About the Role
Tool & Model Maker Apprentice
As a Tool & Model Maker Apprentice youll work sidebyside with experienced toolmakers in our Prototyping & Tooling Department gaining handson experience while learning a highly skilled trade. This team builds and maintains the tooling that supports manufacturing assembly and R&D including dies molds fixtures gauges and testing equipment.
This is a structured fouryear apprenticeship that combines classroom instruction with realworld shop experience. As your skills grow so will your responsibilities.
What Youll Learn & Do
Under the guidance of experienced toolmakers you will:
- Assist with building repairing and maintaining precision tools dies molds fixtures and gauges
- Learn to set up and operate lathes mills grinders saws drill presses and other machine tools
- Read and work from blueprints schematics and engineering drawings
- Use precision measuring instruments to ensure tight tolerance and accuracy
- Troubleshoot and support repairs on production tooling and equipment
- Apply shop math geometry and trigonometry to real machining tasks
- Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams
- Follow safety standards and maintain organized documentation
- Actively participate in apprenticeship training and coursework
What Youll Need to Succeed
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to pass the S&C Apprenticeship Entrance Exam
- Completion of (or equivalent experience in):
- Shop Math (Math 1)
- Introduction to Metrology
- Blueprint Reading for Machinists
- Basic understanding of machining operations (milling turning grinding)
- Strong attention to detail and problemsolving skills
- Willingness to learn ask questions and grow in a handson environment
- Reliable punctual onsite attendance
Preferred:
- 2 years of machine shop or precision manufacturing experience
- Coursework or training in:
- GD&T
- Dimensional Metrology
- Some experience with CAD or related software
Apprenticeship Program Details
- Fouryear structured apprenticeship
- Combination of onthejob training and classroom instruction
- Enrollment in a threeyear Related Theory program through the Technology & Manufacturing Association (TMA)
- Advancement based on skill development performance attendance and safety
Successful completion prepares you for a longterm career as a Tool & Model Maker at S&C.
Why S&C
- Employeeowned company
- Longterm career stability
- Learn a highdemand high skills trade
- Work on products with realworld impact
- Supportive teamoriented environment
Apply today and help build the future of energy distribution.
S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status or any other classification protected by federal state or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application please email us at.
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About Company
S&C Electric Company is a global provider of equipment and services for electric power systems. Founded in 1911, the Chicago-based company designs and manufactures switching and protection products for electric power transmission and distribution.