The people make the difference, serving customers since 1973.
8,000 Hours of Training
Training and classroom costs covered by On Site Repair Services. Average apprenticeship training takes 4 years with continuing education included post graduation.
In-House Accredited American Welding Society Training Facility
Learn from our AWS Certified Welding Instructor, Wayne, on the most recent techniques. All OSR welders are certified in all positions and techniques on most materials.
We are focused on helping Illinois rebuild the skilled labor force. Upon completion of the millwright apprenticeship, a maintenance technician is capable of disassembling, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide variety of production equipment. The technician will possess strong knowledge and skills in the areas of blueprint reading/sketching, rigging, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, seals, and precision alignment. The technician will have a strong math background with some exposure to metallurgy, mechanical power transmission, pumps, compressors, hydraulic actuators and cylinders. Other skills include operation of forklifts, cranes, heavy-duty trucks trailers, and flatbeds as they relate to machinery moving and installation. Expertise knowledge in pipefitting, machine and fabrication shop practices as well as working knowledge of electronics.
Course Content
Welding Certifications:
SMAW 4G CS/PL, SMAWCS/BB 6G, GMAW CS/BB 6G, GTAW/FCAW CS/BB 6G-UP, GTAW CS/SB-L 6G-UP, GTAW SS/SB-L, GMAW-FCAW CS/SB-U 6G-UP
Forklift/Man Lift/Scissors Certifications
Alignment—Laser, Shaft/Sheave
Rigging—Machinery moving techniques/equipment
Not sure if this if the millwright apprenticeship is for you? On Site Repair Services’ sister companies offer machinist and fabricator apprenticeships as well. All programs take about 4 years to complete and include a combination of classroom participation, hands-on experience, and problem solving for real projects. We look for apprentices who are ready for a challenge and enjoy diversity in their work! Check out our machinist and fabricator apprenticeships for additional information!