Machine Repairer
JOB DESCRIPTION
Machine repairers repair, install, adjust or maintain industrial production and processing machinery or refinery and pipeline distribution systems. Workers observe and test the operation of machinery and equipment in order to diagnose malfunctions; analyze test results, machine error messages and information obtained from operators in order to diagnose equipment problems; and disassemble machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs. Machine repairers may also study blueprints and manufacturers’ manuals to determine correct installation and operation of machinery. LENGTH of Apprenticeship - 4 YEARS MARKET FORECAST for Metro Detroit Area - 259 openings a year WAGES for Metro Detroit Area
APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS Henry Ford College 5101 Evergreen Dearborn, Michigan 48128 Contact Apprentice Coordinator: (313) 845-6348 Macomb Community College 14500 East Twelve Mile Road Warren, Michigan 48093 Contact Apprentice Coordinator: (586) 445-7519 Mott Community College 1401 East Court Street Flint, Michigan 48503 Contact Apprentice Coordinator: (810) 762-0224 Oakland Community College 2900 Featherstone Road Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326 Contact Apprentice Coordinator: (248) 232-4050 Admission Requirements Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and be 18 or older. College admission does not guarantee enrollment in this apprenticeship program, which may require additional qualifications that the Apprentice Coordinator can identify |
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