Machinist Apprenticeship Program

Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Includes precision instrument makers who fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments. May also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout, and marching procedures.

Who Can Be a Machinist?

• Must be 18 years of age or older, have a high school diploma or GED, and be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the job. These include calculating dimensions or tolerances using instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers; machining parts to specifications using tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders; setting up, adjusting, or operating machine tools; aligning and securing fixtures, tools, and materials; and measuring or testing completed units to ensure they meet specifications.
• Abilities include, but are not limited to, arm-hand steadiness, manual dexterity, control precision, finger dexterity, and multi-limb coordination.
• Individual program requirements may vary. Examples include having a certificate in Machine Tool Technology (or equivalent), three years of relevant work experience, passing a background investigation, passing a pre-employment drug screen, obtaining a Department of Energy Q clearance, being insurable, or possessing a New Mexico driver's license.

Contact the program directly to inquire about minimum requirements and the application process.

Program Sponsor

Los Alamos National Laboratories
P.O. Box 1663 MS E547
Los Alamos, NM 87545
www.lanl.gov
David Fontaine | (505) 665-0691 | dfontaine@lanl.gov

Murdock Machine Shop
P.O. Box 1438
Artesia, NM 88211
Allan Murdock | (575) 746-4442 | allanmurdock@qwestoffice.net

Sandia National Laboratories
P.O. Box 5800 MS 0873
Albuquerque, NM 87185-0877
www.sandia.gov/careers
amttp@sandia.gov
Kaitlin Melanson | 505-844-8502