Vaughn Industries Trade Apprenticeships

Construction Trade Apprentice – Carey, OH

Program Information

Vaughn Industries, LLC is currently accepting applications for its 2026/2027 Apprenticeship Program across multiple construction trades, including Electrical, Mechanical (Sheet Metal Worker & Pipefitter), High Voltage Transmission & Distribution, High Voltage Substation, Renewable Energy, and Technology. This entry-level apprenticeship is designed to launch a long-term career in the skilled construction trades.

Headquartered in Carey, Ohio, with additional offices in Lewis Center, Vaughn Industries is a nationwide construction contractor specializing in Mechanical, Electrical, Renewable Energy, and High Voltage construction. Apprentices earn while they learn through a structured combination of on-the-job training (OJT) and classroom education aligned with apprenticeship standards and guidelines.

Training Structure

The program combines hands-on construction experience with required classroom instruction for each trade. Apprentices support Journeymen while progressively gaining independence as skills develop. Training includes tool handling, site task execution, and trade-specific skill development in both field and academic environments.

Apprentices perform less-skilled tasks initially and advance into more complex responsibilities over time. Classroom training may occur outside of normal working hours. Step wage increases occur throughout enrollment as goals are met under apprenticeship standards.

Work Environment

Work is performed on large commercial, industrial, and governmental construction sites. Apprentices must be able to travel daily and/or overnight to job sites as needed. Work may include flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Projects are conducted outdoors in uncontrolled climates and industrial environments. Apprentices must be willing to work under the supervision of a Journeyman as a trainee while maintaining safety standards in a drug-free workplace.

Key Responsibilities

Perform various construction site duties that vary by trade. Support Journeymen in daily operations and complete assigned tasks with increasing independence as skills improve. Assist with tool handling and execution of trade-specific installation and construction activities.

Demonstrate initiative in advancing trade knowledge, math aptitude, and jobsite skills while participating fully in both fieldwork and classroom education.

Program Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (or currently in senior year of high school)
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel daily and/or overnight to job sites
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work outdoors in uncontrolled climates
• Willingness to attend classroom training outside normal work hours
• Aptitude to advance knowledge in math and trade skills
• Willingness to work under supervision of a Journeyman

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting wages: $20.00–$23.00 per hour
• Completion wages: $38.00–$44.00 per hour
• Step wage increases during apprenticeship enrollment
• Free tuition and labs
• Free education credits through associated college
• 401(k) retirement plan with 150% employer match on the first 4% of employee deferral
• 7 paid holidays annually
• Medical, prescription, and life insurance (no premium to employee)
• Employer-sponsored Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation and personal days
• Paid funeral and jury duty leave
• Overnight per diem when applicable ($130/night)
• ACE Hardware employee discount
• Branded Vaughn Industries clothing store access

Tools & Certifications

Apprentices must be prepared to work with construction tools and equipment as required by their trade. The program follows structured apprenticeship standards and benchmarks for advancement. Vaughn Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace with a strong culture centered on Safety, Quality, and Customer Satisfaction.

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