Lubrication Technician Apprenticeship
Lubrication technicians keep machines running smoothly. In this hands-on apprenticeship, you’ll learn how to inspect, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment. You’ll gain real experience working alongside skilled technicians while learning how to spot problems before they cause breakdowns. From changing parts to keeping things well-oiled, you’ll build the skills needed to keep manufacturing moving.
Area of Study:
Manufacturing
What does a lubrication technician do?
A lubrication technician works to:
- Adhere to industry and employer safety standards
- Apply lubricants to machinery and components
- Perform general lubrication practices
- Monitor hydraulic and central lube oil systems
- Inspect hydraulic and central lube oil systems
- Operate hydraulic and central lube oil systems
- Perform preventative maintenance inspections according to schedules
- Handle new and used lubricants according to employer requirements
- Perform other general duties related to correcting machinery lubrication problems
What are the qualifications?
To start the Lubrication Technician Apprenticeship, you’ll need:
- High school diploma or GED® (submit a copy with your application)
- Be at least 18 years old (or 17 with a high school diploma)
- Valid driver’s license (submit a copy with your application)
- Completed apprenticeship application
- Accuplacer scores or basic math and reading assessments at Â鶹ŮÀÉ
- Benchmarks: Arithmetic - 57, Reading/Comp - 52, Sentence Skills - 60
How long is the program?
This is a two-year apprenticeship that includes:
- 3,712 hours of on-the-job training (OJT) with an experienced technician
- 288 hours of paid classroom instruction
- Additional training such as:
- First aid and CPR certification
- Transition to Trainer
How do I get started?
Step 1: Get Hired – Find a job with an employer who can support your hands-on training.
Step 2: Get Sponsored – Your employer will contact the DWD – Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards to set up your apprenticeship contract.
Once your contract is in place, you’ll be on your way to earning and learning on the job.
- Online
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Classes wherever you have an internet connection.
- An in-person career experience, such as an internship, practicum, or credit for prior learning, may be required.
- Some online courses may be held at specific dates/times.
- Day
- Classes between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
- Evening
- Classes between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
- Weekend
- A combination of online classes and Saturday and/or Sunday classes.
- Full-time
- 12 or more credits per term.
- Part-time
- Fewer than 12 credits per term.