Underground Apprentice

AUI Power•Capitol Heights, MD

17d

About The Position

AUI Inc. (AUI Power) is seeking a skilled, self-motivated, and dependable team player to join our AUI Power as an Underground Apprentice. This role is ideal for individuals who take pride in physical, hands-on work and want to end each day knowing they contributed to essential infrastructure. Guided by our core values - Team First, Customer Focus, and Own It, our leadership team brings firsthand field experience and a strong commitment to operational excellence and safety. Position Summary: The Underground Apprentice will work with, and train alongside experienced crew members to support electrical underground power distribution systems throughout the DC metropolitan area.

Requirements

2 Years’ experience in the utility industry
3 Years’ experience operating equipment and power tools
Must have a current, valid driver's license with the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within 6 months
High School diploma or GED
Work 40+ hours per week to include during inclement weather, holidays, and/or weekends as needed
Willing to work overtime, travel long distances on short notice for storm and/or emergency events as needed
Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis
Possess a working knowledge of construction practices
Must successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screen

Responsibilities

Participate in AUI’s state approved apprenticeship program
Assist with the installation, construction, and repair of underground electrical systems by installing primary cables, secondary cables, and transformers
Operate and perform job functions in a confined space environment such as manholes, vaults, and splice boxes
Assist in locating trouble spots (cable splicing) using fault finding test equipment and taking necessary measures to identify and correct problems
Run underground services using heavy equipment and power tools
Perform hand digging
Remove, relocate, and backfill soil and debris using shovels, rakes, and related tools
Learn to operate power-driven machinery such as jackhammer, tamper, & drills
Know proper handling, storage and transporting of conduits, wire, pipe and materials
Know and follow safety rules, practices, and regulations
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work zone in high-traffic pedestrian areas (city environments)
Clean and maintain equipment, trucks, and tools
Site cleanup

Benefits

Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescriptions, employee assistance program, and more!
Free dental and additional Health Incentive discounts available
Financial Security: Competitive 401(k) with 4% company match that is 100% vested upon deposit
Overtime Pay
Family Focus & Balance: Paid vacation, paid sick time, paid bereavement leave (as applicable), and more!
Employer Sponsored Education & Training: We can help you obtain a CDL!
Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education to help advance your career
FR Clothing provided to you at no cost
Real-world experience through our Hands-On Training Facility
Wellness: On-site fitness center
Other Incentives: Employee Referral Bonus, hotel & per diem pay (when applicable) and tool assistance