Mechatronics Technician Apprentice
Build a successful professional future and become a Bühler Apprentice!
Apprentices earn a debt-free associate degree of applied science and gain skills in the mechanical and electronic field.
The apprenticeship is a 3-year dual training program that combines structured on-the-job training and related technical instruction. Apprentices are paid, full-time employees of Bühler for the entirety of the program and receive benefits.
All training, classes, tools, books, uniforms and a computer are paid for by Bühler. Upon completion of the program the apprentices receive their Journeyworker Card, an associate's degree from Hennepin Technical College, and international Mechatronics credentials through the ICATT Apprenticeship program. Apprentices receive and hourly wage of $15/hr the first year, $17/hr the second year, and $19/hr the third year.
- Learn to install, inspect, start-up, troubleshoot and repair production equipment
- Build, test, modify and maintain industrial control systems
- Read technical diagrams and schematics
- Install, test, modify and maintain electrical assemblies
- Assemble, disassemble, secure and transport machinery and systems
- Use manual and metalworking machinery
- Install and configure programs for hardware and software components
- Wire motors and drives
- Applicants must be 18 years of age before their start in August
- Have a high school diploma or GED by the start of the program
- Must be eligible to work in the US
- Must have valid driver's license and a clean criminal background
- Technical College placement test scores must fall within an acceptable range.
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