Professional Custom Applicator ApprenticeshipThis apprenticeship program is designed to gain the knowledge and experience to become a Professional Custom Applicator. In conjunction with Ivy Tech and Premier, this position will gain the knowledge through hands on experience.ResponsibilitiesAttend all training programs and classes scheduled in the program.Shadow training with both dry and liquid application equipmentHelp Maintain application equipment.Operate within the standards set by USDOT, FMCSR, EPA, OSHA, OISC.Follow HAZMAT safety standards.Help Maintain trucks and equipment.Communicate with the Branch Manager and Program Coordinator of any operational, customer, vendors, or employment questions that arise.The apprenticeship may include working at different facilities performing service work in other areas.Maintain office, shop, and grounds as neededLearning to work with customers.Other duties may be assignedThis job has no supervisory responsibilitiesRequirementsSkills, Knowledge, and AbilitiesKnowledge of basic mechanicsStrong mathematical skillsAbility to learn the operation of different equipment.Knowledge of computersAbility to follow established processesAbility to communicate effectively with a variety of individualsAbility to handle multiple tasksEducationBe 18 years of ageCurrent Ivy Tech StudentValid Driver's licensePhysical RequirementsAble to sit, bend and reach overhead as part of daily activitiesAble to hear effectively on phone to answer inquiries and take messagesAble to read documents with fine printAble to use a keyboardAble to lift 60+ lbs.Pass a pre-employment drug screenWork EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts: fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places: outside weather conditions: extreme cold: extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.