Underground Apprentice
OTHER•Capitol Heights
About this role
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.
Essential Duties and 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
Minimum 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
What you'll get at AUI Inc:
- 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
AUI Inc (Power) is an Equal Opportunity Employer
What you'll do
- The Underground Apprentice will assist in the installation, construction, and repair of underground electrical systems while participating in a state-approved apprenticeship program. They will work closely with experienced crew members and learn to operate various tools and equipment.
About AUI Power
Established in 2010, AUI Power has grown into a regional powerhouse - with projects across the Mid-Atlantic region for our powerful partners.
Primary business includes overhead and underground electrical utilty-type work. However, we serve a wide variety of customers including power companies, homeowners and everyone in between - including municipalities, industrial & commercial businesses, and electrical contractors.
AUI Power's service area covers the Delaware/Maryland/Virginia tri-state area including South Eastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey. For storm restoration, we send our crews anywhere in the United States & Canada.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Underground Apprentice do at AUI Power?
As a Underground Apprentice at AUI Power, you will: the Underground Apprentice will assist in the installation, construction, and repair of underground electrical systems while participating in a state-approved apprenticeship program. They will work closely with experienced crew members and learn to operate various tools and equipment..
Is the Underground Apprentice position at AUI Power remote?
The Underground Apprentice position at AUI Power is based in Capitol Heights, Maryland, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Underground Apprentice position at AUI Power?
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