O&M Worker Apprentice

Rhode Island Energy is seeking an O&M Worker Apprentice in Providence, RI. The role involves training to install, maintain, and repair electrical or mechanical equipment. Qualifications include English proficiency, mechanical aptitude, and a valid driver's license. The position requires physical ability for heavy work and may involve overtime. Successful candidates must complete testing and training requirements. This is a full-time or part-time role, not remote.
Company Summary Statement : Rhode Island Energy provides essential energy services to over 770,000 customers across Rhode Island through the delivery of electricity or natural gas. Our team is dedicated to helping Rhode Island customers and communities thrive while supporting the transition to a cleaner energy future. Rhode Island Energy is part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies addressing energy challenges head-on by building smarter, more resilient, and more dynamic power grids and advancing sustainable energy solutions. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today. Overview:

About the Position:

A Substation O&M Apprentice will be required to progress to Substation O&M Worker 1/C and perform work associated with the installation, maintenance, operation and repair of electrical or mechanical equipment. Training and testing will accompany changes in classification.

Responsibilities:

Outline of Duties:
• Achieve proficiency in those duties as outlined for this classification.
• Assist in the installation, maintenance, operation and repair of electrical equipment or mechanical equipment.
• Become familiar with construction, operating and maintenance standards and procedures.
• Develop general knowledge of basic electricity.
• Achieve proficiency in Switching and Tagging Procedures.

Qualifications:

Job Qualifications:
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English to communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors.
• Must successfully complete mechanical aptitude screening (i.e., CAST testing).
• Must successfully complete all requirements of the “Pre-Substation O&M School”.
• Have the aptitude for working with tools.
• Have the aptitude and willingness to progress in the roster. Required to progress to the next higher classification during the designated time frames, up to and including Substation O&M Worker 1/C or leave the department.
• May be required to work a reasonable amount of planned and emergency overtime, making available to supervisor an acceptable means of off-hour contact by telephone.
• May be required to handle substances considered hazardous under the U.S. Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Law.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor relative to the O&M Department.
• Must have and retain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license, which does not restrict driving as to the type of transmission or hours of operation. Also, must obtain and retain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with proper endorsements to operate all applicable Company equipment, pass a DOT physical and obtain system hoisting certificate.
• Must obtain and retain any license or certificate required by the job duties.
• Must be physically able to perform very heavy work, climb ladders, and other routine operating duties

NOTE: Final awarding of the jobs is contingent upon the applicants’ successful completion of the EEI CAST test and “Pre-Substation O&M School.”