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Apprentice Carpenter

Davis, CA

$19 - $25.50/hr

Work Schedule Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Benefits * Paid Time Off * Health Insurance ... As an Apprentice Carpenter, you'll work alongside experienced professionals who are committed to ...

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What are the tasks and responsibilities of an A&P apprentice?

As an A&P Apprentice, you can expect to assist licensed A&P technicians in inspecting, repairing, and maintaining aircraft systems and components under close supervision. Daily tasks may include checking and replacing parts, keeping meticulous maintenance records, and learning to use specialized aviation tools. Apprentices also spend time studying FAA regulations, participating in safety briefings, and working with both experienced technicians and other apprentices to troubleshoot issues. This hands-on experience is designed to build your technical capabilities and prepare you for future certification and growth within the aviation maintenance field.

What is an A&P apprentice?

An A&P Apprentice is an entry-level position where individuals train under certified Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanics to gain hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance and repair. Apprentices assist with inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs while learning FAA regulations and industry standards. This role helps individuals prepare for the FAA A&P certification, which is required to become a licensed aircraft mechanic. It is a crucial step for those pursuing a career in aviation maintenance.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an A&P apprentice?

To thrive as an A&P Apprentice, you need a solid understanding of mechanical concepts, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent, often complemented by enrollment in an FAA-approved Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) program. Familiarity with aviation maintenance manuals, diagnostic tools, and the ability to follow detailed technical instructions are essential, as apprentices commonly work under the supervision of licensed technicians. Strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, effective communication, and teamwork are vital soft skills for success in this position. These qualities are crucial for ensuring aircraft safety, reliability, and progressing toward full A&P certification.

What are the most commonly searched types of A&P jobs in California?

The most popular types of A&P jobs in California are:

Infographic showing various A&P Apprentice job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, and 9% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Instrumentation & Controls Apprentice Technician

SST Direct

Torrance, CA โ€ข On-site

$28 - $35/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Location: Torrance, CA
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $28/hr. - $35/hr.
We are seeking an Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Apprentice Technician for a direct hire opportunity in Orangeville, UT.
The I&C Apprentice Technician participates in a structured four-level development program designed to build technical proficiency through formal training, qualification-based learning, hands-on field experience, and mentorship from experienced I&C Technicians and Supervisors.
The apprenticeship program develops the skills necessary to support industrial instrumentation, process controls, electrical systems, automation, and nuclear-grade equipment reliability.
This role is ideal for a technically driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment where precision, problem-solving, teamwork, and attention to detail are critical. Apprentices will progressively take on greater responsibility while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, configuration control, and procedural compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Instrumentation & Controls Maintenance
  • Perform maintenance activities in accordance with established safety, quality assurance, security, cybersecurity, and operational requirements.
  • Inspect, maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, repair, modify, and install instrumentation and control systems.
  • Perform preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergent maintenance on critical I&C equipment.
  • Troubleshoot electrical, electronic, pneumatic, digital, and process control systems.
Calibration & Testing
Calibrate, test, and verify the operation of instrumentation, including:
  • Pressure and differential pressure transmitters
  • Temperature, flow, and level transmitters
  • RTDs and thermocouples
  • Process switches
  • Control valves, actuators, and positioners
  • Digital field instruments and monitoring systems
Perform instrument loop checks, functional testing, signal verification, and equipment restoration activities.
Installation & Technical Support
  • Install, terminate, inspect, and test instrument wiring, tubing, fittings, and associated components.
  • Support commissioning, startup testing, equipment modifications, system upgrades, and reliability improvement initiatives.
  • Support planned outages, emergent troubleshooting, and other time-sensitive maintenance activities.
Diagnostic & Calibration Equipment
Utilize precision diagnostic and calibration equipment, including:
  • Digital multimeters
  • Process calibrators
  • Pressure calibrators
  • Temperature simulators
  • HART communicators
  • Specialized instrumentation test equipment
Technical Documentation
Read and interpret technical documentation, including:
  • Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
  • Instrument loop diagrams
  • Electrical schematics
  • Logic diagrams
  • Equipment drawings
  • Technical manuals
Maintain accurate documentation, including:
  • Work packages
  • Calibration records
  • Inspection reports
  • Equipment history records
Safety, Quality & Collaboration
  • Apply configuration control, Foreign Material Exclusion (FME), housekeeping, and human performance practices.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, and other teams to support safe and reliable facility performance.
  • Complete all required technical training, qualifications, and apprenticeship milestones.

Basic Qualifications
  • Associate degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical Technology, Nuclear Technology, Automation, or a related technical field preferred; equivalent military or technical training may also be considered.
  • 2+ years of experience preferred in industrial maintenance, instrumentation, electrical systems, controls, automation, manufacturing, power generation, process industries, or a military technical environment.
  • Experience with electrical systems, automation equipment, instrumentation, or industrial controls preferred.
  • Ability to obtain required facility access authorization and successfully complete all required training and qualification programs.

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