Apprentice Line Technician
About The Position
OUC - The Reliable One is seeking an Apprentice Line Technician to join the Electric & Water Production division. This is an entry-level position focused on learning all aspects of the construction and maintenance of overhead and underground electric distribution systems up to 35kv. Work is performed on de-energized systems until advancement to Line Technician III. Selected candidates will undergo CAST-B testing, field testing, and an onsite interview. The tentative start date is February 2027. OUC is a leading municipal utility in Florida committed to innovation, sustainability, and community. We are looking for individuals eager to contribute to our mission of providing exceptional value through sustainable and reliable services.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
- Some experience related to construction work preferred
- Must possess a current and valid Florida Driver’s License
- Must have or be able to obtain Class A CDL within 6 months of hire
- Familiarity with mathematics, including graphic arithmetic
- Familiarity with principles of mechanical concepts
- Reading comprehension (CAST Test competencies)
- Ability to take direction and demonstrate an eagerness to learn
- Ability to pass the EEI CAST Test (Edison Electric Institute’s Construction and Skill Trades Test)
- Ability to wear and use various safety equipment (e.g., breathing apparatus)
Nice To Haves
- Some experience related to construction work
- Knowledge of materials, equipment, and utility line work methods
- Knowledge of electrical or mechanical systems
- Experience using trucks (e.g., bucket trucks, line trucks), hydraulic equipment, and mechanical tools/devices associated with utility line work
Responsibilities
- Participate in an intense training program covering all facets of electrical line work, both overhead and underground, including climbing distribution and other structures.
- Engage in classroom studies, visual and audio programs, and practical applications as designated by the supervisor.
- Prepare materials and assist in the construction of overhead lines, including setting/climbing poles, installing overhead transformers and wires, and assembling components at elevated heights.
- Prepare materials and assist in the construction of underground lines, including setting pad-mounted and below-grade transformers, installing cable and conductors, and assembling components in enclosed spaces.
- Operate various trucks (bucket, boom, line), hydraulic equipment, and mechanical tools associated with utility line work.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period
- OUC’s Hybrid Retirement Program (fully funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching)
- Health reimbursement account
- Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- Educational Assistance Program (tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities)
- Wellness incentives
- Free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities
- Access to family-oriented recreational areas
- Paid Conference and Training Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
