Job description

TITLE:

University of Prescott Apprentice

LOCATION(S):

There are twenty eight locations throughout the Northeast and New England

REPORTS TO:

UP Director and Division Manager(s)

POSITION TYPE:

Waterworks Apprentice

Full-Time Non-Exempt

POSITION OBJECTIVES/SUMMARY:

We are seeking individuals with a good work ethic, good attitude, and willingness to LEARN. If you are mechanically minded, like working with people, and are looking to build a career, then this is the program for you!

The University of Prescott is a paid, one-year apprentice program designed to help trainees become proficient in the following industries: Water, Wastewater, Stormwater, and Erosion Control. This program covers many aspects of Team EJP’s operations. Training will occur mostly in field locations, including manufacturing site assignments that may be as several weeks in duration; all travel, meals, and lodging while on assignment is fully paid. There will be some classroom training as well. Topics include safety, inside and outside sales, service work, estimating, and other related industry tools. Willingness to travel is required. We pay students to learn, and qualified students are guaranteed a job at the end of the one-year program.

Upon successful graduation from the program, the Apprentice will be assigned to a location or position that best fits the individual students’ gifts and talents, and where both the employee and EJP will realize the greatest benefit. EJP is located in the following states: Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Vermont, New York, Ohio, and Indiana; all efforts are made to place the graduate in the location of their choosing, but current business demand will influence that final decision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participation in Safety Training (provided)
• Successful completion of OSHA 30 Hour Training (provided)
• Ability to complete Forklift Training and Certification (provided)
• Ability to pass DOT medical card certification (provided)
• Students will receive training (instruction and hands-on) on all aspects of our business.
• Students will spend time training at different divisions to gain experience and knowledge.
• Potential candidates are asked to pass a pre-employment drug screening, complete a physical examination and a criminal background check.

ABOUT EVERETT J. PRESCOTT / CORE VALUES:

Team E.J. Prescott, Inc. (EJP) family-owned waterworks supply company. We distribute water, wastewater, stormwater, geotextile and erosion control products in 28 locations across nine Northeast and Midwest states. We also have four sister companies that provide fabrication and delivery services to our clients. We are one of the largest independently owned waterworks supply companies in the United States, and we pride ourselves on innovation and customer service. Our motto is "Whatever you need. Whenever you need it. No matter what.”

EJP employees are held accountable for the following core values. These values set the baseline standards for individual job performance, as they relate to the essential functions and competencies of the position.

• Safety – Having respect for yourself and everyone around you to do the right thing when no one is looking and having the courage to keep others safe no matter how difficult the situation.
• Humility – Placing all others before yourself and understanding that no individual is more important than the Team.
• Servant Leadership – Putting the well-being and interest of others above your own with shared power and determination.
• Teamwork – Living the belief that greater success is always found when we work together, not as individuals, focused on a common goal.
• Candid Communication – Showing trust and caring for each other that allows for both giving and receiving open and frank communication with the goal of improving and strengthening each of us.
• Personal Excellence – Having the “grit” to always strive for self-improvement, act with integrity, and accept responsibility for actions, behaviors, and results.
• Embraces innovation- Embraces change and demonstrates dedication to continuous improvement to drive business results.
• Exceeds customer expectations – Demonstrates the highest possible customer service (both internal and external).

POSITION COMPETENCIES / JOB QUALIFICATIONS: SAMPLES – PLEASE ADD / DELETE

• Must be 18 years old
• Pass Pre-Employment Checks
• Basic math skills and some technical / PC skills are essential
• Must have reliable transportation (mileage reimbursed at current IRS mileage rate)
• Willingness to travel throughout New England, New York, and the Midwest during training.
• Must be reliable and punctual
• Physical requirements include frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing and pulling is required
• Must work well with others

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

High School / vocational / or equivalent education and work experience preferred, but not required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This is a largely physical and mechanically technical position, frequently requiring the lifting of up to 50 pounds, frequent walking, etc.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change during the course of employment and as the business needs change.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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