Skilled Trades Trainee

Company:  Gabletek 

Position:  Skilled Trades Trainee

Job Description Gabletek is seeking motivated Skilled Trades Trainees interested in building a long-term career in industrial automation and skilled trades. This is an excellent opportunity for mechanically inclined individuals looking to gain hands-on experience and develop valuable technical skills in a growing industry. We welcome both experienced candidates and individuals with little to no experience who are eager to learn.

Trainees will receive exposure and training in three primary skilled trades areas:

• Machine Building
• Electrical
• Pipefitting

This position offers hands-on learning within an automation environment while working alongside experienced professionals. Trainees will participate in skilled trades training classes and practical shop experience designed to build foundational knowledge and real-world skills used in automation, manufacturing, and industrial systems.

Training Classes Include

• Machine building fundamentals
• Industrial electrical basics
• Pipefitting fundamentals
• Reading mechanical and electrical blueprints
• Safe tool usage and shop safety procedures
• Automation equipment and robotic system exposure
• Preventative maintenance and troubleshooting basics

What Trainees Will Learn

• Reading and interpreting mechanical and electrical drawings
• Machine assembly and installation techniques
• Basic industrial electrical wiring and troubleshooting
• Pneumatics, hydraulics, and pipe routing fundamentals
• Safe use of hand tools and power tools
• Preventative maintenance and automation system support
• Understanding robotic and automated manufacturing equipment
• Teamwork, communication, and problem-solving in an industrial setting

Benefits of the Program

• Opportunity for long-term career growth in skilled trades
• Hands-on training and classroom-style instruction
• Exposure to automation and advanced manufacturing technology
• Learn from experienced machine builders, electricians, and pipefitters
• Build valuable trade skills that can lead to a rewarding career path
• Great opportunity for mechanically inclined individuals looking to enter the trades industry

Ideal Candidates

• Mechanically inclined and eager to learn
• Interested in automation, manufacturing, or skilled trades
• Able to work with tools and hands-on equipment
• Positive attitude and willingness to grow professionally
• Prior experience is a plus, but not required