Electrician Apprentice Substation Construction

Duke Energy Corporation•Wildwood, FL

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Build an exciting, rewarding career with Duke Energy, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits. This position is located in Wildwood, FL, and the selected candidate must reside within the service territory of the region they serve. The role involves maintaining and constructing substation equipment, installing and maintaining equipment with the aid of electrical prints and manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, and instructing subordinate personnel. The apprentice will also determine procedures and work schedules for installation and perform switching and clearances of electrical equipment.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Must possess ability to obtain a Florida class A CDL within 6 months of start date.
Successful completion of the Construction and Skilled Trades Test (CAST)
Weight restriction of 275 pounds as an essential function of the job.
Must reside within 1 hour from headquarters (operations complex).

Responsibilities

Maintain and/or construct all structures and substation equipment as directed.
Install and/or maintain substation equipment with the aid of electrical prints and manufacturer's instruction books.
Troubleshoot and correct malfunctions of all substation equipment during installation, periodic maintenance, or callouts.
Instruct subordinate personnel in the prescribed company procedures and operations of all equipment.
Determine procedures and work schedules for the installation.
Switch and take clearances of all electrical equipment necessary to complete the assigned tasks.