Mechatronics Technician – Forging Futures

Mechatronics technicians design, develop, test, and repair automation, intelligent systems, smart systems, or industrial systems control. This job combines electrical, mechanical, and technology skills to work on robotic and complex mechanical equipment.

Idaho DOL Outlook

16% increase in the next 10 years with 8 annual openings in the state

Soft Skills

Detail oriented
Organized and good time-management
Problem solving and analytical thinking
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Good interpersonal rapport/Teamworker

Technical Skills

Ability to assemble products and equipment
Ability to read schematics, diagrams, and instructions
Mechanical aptitude and good math skills
Strong digital literacy

Duration

The apprenticeship is competency-based. The apprenticeship may be as much as 8000 hours and on-the-job learning is supplemented by the minimum required 576 hours of related curriculum instruction.