Work in Iowa Veterans Jobs

Date Posted:

2024-07-25

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

NOTE: Interested candidates must submit copies of their High School Diploma and transcripts (grades 9-12), GED or similar equivalency documentation. Please provide any applicable college transcripts and continuing education transcripts/certificates. Please scan and attach documentation to online application. Any omission of the above documentation will mean disqualification from the interview process.

Applications are being accepted for our Facilities Maintenance Mechanic Apprenticeship Program to work at our Cedar Rapids, Iowa facility. This program is registered with the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship & Training. The training is a 4-year program designed to provide technical knowledge/skill through classroom instruction and on-the-job training. Areas covered include electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, engine repair, water treatment, painting, welding, sheet metal and ground care.

Primary Responsibilities

• Performs operation, preventive maintenance work and repair of heating, air conditioning, water systems, air compressors, air lines, sprinkler system, process equipment, plumbing, boilers, chiller, and other equipment maintained by the Building Maintenance Department.

• Removes and installs partitions, walls, ceilings, floors, equipment, duct work, piping, etc.

• Uses a variety of hand tools. Performs welding operations using electrical and acetylene torch, reads drawings common to this type of work, identifies all types of fittings, makes material estimates for repair work and material lists from drawings to complete a job.

• Works inside and outside the plant.

• Paints, prepares surfaces for painting, and applies a variety of paints, stains, varnishes and other protective coatings by brush, roller, or spray gun.

• Responsible for the care of trees and shrubs such as removing and transplanting, pruning, fertilizing, preparing solutions and spraying for insects and disease.

• Demonstrate knowledge of chemicals and safe practices in handling of chemicals.

• Capable of performing minor electrical work requiring the use of standard electrical diagnostic equipment.

• Operate various equipment such as skid loaders, backhoe tractor, front end loader, etc.

• Operate trucks and equipment, such as tractors, dump trucks, pick-up trucks, end loader, backhoe, skid loader, snowplow, load-all, graders, brooms, mowers, sweepers, hand trucks, electric powered trucks Type 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7, and to mount attachments on such equipment or trucks.

• Physically capable of performing the essential functions of the job.

• Capable of climbing, lifting and/or handling heavy parts or equipment.

• Able to work overhead, requiring the use of ladders, scaffolds, and man-lifts.

• May be required to work in confined space(s) requiring the use of respirators.

• Working on feet or elevated platforms for extended periods of time.

• Able to lift 34 pounds on a regular basis (Team lift used for heavier items).

• Able to kneel, bend or squat to perform work on or near the ground for 3-4 hours at a time.

• Most work during the apprenticeship will be completed on 1st shift. Must be able to work 2nd and 3rd shift rotations (with notice) throughout the 4-year term of the apprenticeship at dates to be determined.

• After completion of the apprenticeship, candidates may be placed on either 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or weekend shifts.

• This is a 100% onsite position.

  Basic Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalency (GED).

• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

• Must hold a valid Driver’s License

  Preferred Qualifications:

• Continuing education classes (4 or more credit hours) or work experience in trade-related fields (electrical, mechanical, plumbing, welding, drywall, carpentry, farming, etc.)

• Journeyman card, apprenticeship card, etc., or applicable forms of validation.

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success . We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

• Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

  Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

  Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

  At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

  Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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