Job Details

Trades Apprentice

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette New Iberia Research Center specializes in the breeding, management, and importation of a diverse range of nonhuman primate species and offers a broad range of diagnostic, laboratory, and human resources for the development and characterization of nonhuman primate models for applied and basic research aimed at promoting human quality of life. We operate diversified animal housing systems include indoor/outdoor cages for housing small non-human primates in large family groups, outdoor corncrib/mini crib combinations for housing macaque and Cercopithecine species, and indoor single housing units for all non-human primate species.

We're looking for a Trades Apprentice to join our New Iberia Research Center (NIRC) Team. This entry-level position plays a vital role in supporting skilled trades staff by assisting with repairs, maintenance, and construction projects while gaining on-the-job experience in a chosen trade.

Minimum Qualifications: No experience or training is required.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties: In this role, you will:

• Assist journeyman-level trades personnel (such as electricians, carpenters, plumbers, HVAC, etc.) with maintenance and repair tasks
• Perform basic manual labor and routine maintenance under supervision
• Learn and develop skills in a specific trade through structured on-the-job training
• Use hand tools, equipment, and safety procedures as instructed
• Maintain tools and work areas in clean and safe condition
• Assist with transporting materials, tools, and equipment to work sites
• Follow instructions to ensure safety and quality of work
• Work toward progression into higher-level skilled trade positions

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational

Work Location: University of Louisiana at Lafayette's New Iberia Research Center

Compensation: Minimum hourly rate $16.06

How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

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Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Taronsler Faye Cormier Human Resources Specialist faye.cormier@louisiana.edu University of Louisiana at Lafayette Human Resources

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