Building Maintenance Tech

Key Skills

• Strong math skills, English to metric unit conversion, fraction to decimal conversion, and basic geometry and trigonometry
• Multi tasking is essential
• Not afraid of electricity
• Ability to work with your hands (mechanical aptitude)
• May have to work on ladders or below machines
• Good at many things but not necessarily an expert at any one thing
• Problem solving, troubleshooting
• Knowledge of tools: wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, pliers, vice grips, and other hand tools
• Ability to measure using a ruler and/or tape measure, using micrometers, or using other measuring tools is a bonus

Character Traits

• Mid level of self confidence, likes to work independently, likes working with hands, good communication skills
• Likes repairing bikes, lawnmowers, Motocross, boats, cars or household items.

Dual Enrollment Courses

These classes can be taken through MCC by FLYAP participants

• TAM 101

  Machine Theory
• TAM 105

  Machine Project Laboratory
• TAM 121

  Mathematics for Machinists I
• TAM 131

  Machine Shop Print Reading I
• TAM 141

  Machine Shop Laboratory
• HVA 101

  Basic Refrigeration Theory
• HVA 103

  Heating Systems
• HVA 105

  Electric and Motor Controls

Apprenticeship Training Summary

• 750 hours

  Cleaning requirements and material handling
• 550 hours

  Basic electricity switches, outlets, light sockets etc.
• 550 hours

  Basic carpentry skills
• 550 hours

  Basic plumbing skills
• 550 hours

  Paint, drywall and plaster
• 550 hours

  Mechanical repair of equipment and or machines
• 500 hours

  Misc. windows, screens, flooring and record keeping

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• 4,000 hours

  Total