Apprentice Engineering Technician

PSEG; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits from

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

PSEG is seeking a Technician‑Apprentice Engineering Technician to perform drafting, record-keeping, and field investigation tasks tied to the electric system's construction, operation, and maintenance. The role requires a high school diploma (or GED), mechanical inclination, and a valid driver's license.

Training and a four-year internal progression are noted. Only current PSEG employees are considered for this position, with a focus on safety, compliance with DOE regulations, and a path toward

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude and a patient, accurate approach.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to satisfactorily complete Company training courses.
• Willingness to learn and exercise good judgment.
• Successful completion of Technician‑Apprentice Engineering Technician Test.
• Compliance with 10 CFR 810 is required.

Responsibilities

• Possess mechanical aptitude and a temperament suitable to duties that require patience and accuracy.
• High school graduate with courses in Mechanical Drawing, Mathematics and Physics.
• Have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to satisfactorily complete the Company training courses.
• Exercise good judgment and demonstrate a willingness to learn.
• Successfully completed the Technician‑Apprentice Engineering Technician Test.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Patience and accuracy

Ability to learn

Good judgment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Driver's license

Job description

Requisition: 84528

PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co

Salary Range: $ 28.7 - $ 36.686

Work Location Category: Onsite

We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.

Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.

We offer a flexible work environment designed to balance employee needs with collaboration and operational excellence. Roles fall into two categories:

• Onsite: Employees work onsite daily.
• Hybrid: A blend of remote and onsite work, with at least three onsite days per week required.

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits from day one, designed to support your total well‑being: medical, dental, vision, parental leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Union Local

OPEIU 153

Summary

At this time, only current PSEG employees are being considered.

Perform assignments on work in connection with the construction, operation and maintenance of the electric systems as qualified through formalized and/or on the job training. Perform drafting work. Maintain record systems. Perform field investigation work. Prepare reports.

Employees entering this position shall be required to complete a minimum time in position and will be restricted from applying for others positions within the company for a period of four years.

Job Responsibilities

• Possess mechanical aptitude and possess a temperament suitable to duties that require patience and accuracy.

• High school graduate or equivalent, having completed courses in Mechanical Drawing, Mathematics and Physics.

• Have and maintain a valid driver’s license.

• Ability to satisfactorily complete the Company training courses.

• Exercise good judgment and demonstrate a willingness to learn.

• Successfully completed the Technician‑Apprentice Engineering Technician Test.

Job Qualifications

• Possess a High School Diploma or GED.

• Possess mechanical aptitude and possess a temperament suitable to duties that require patience and accuracy.

• Have a valid U.S. driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

• Have the ability to satisfactorily complete the Company training courses.

• Exercise good judgment and demonstrate a willingness to learn.

• Successfully completed the Technician‑Apprentice Engineering Technician Test.

• Compliance with the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 is required.

Desired

• Electric Distribution field experience

• Degree or technical experience

• General experience with computer applications

• Experience working on project work

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non‑Conditional Permanent I‑551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list (https://corporate.pseg.com/-/media/PSEG/Corporate/Careers/Careers At PSEG/AppendixAtoPart810_ Title10) not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during emergency restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.

For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre‑employment testing, testing for cause, and post‑incident/accident testing.

Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG Long Island (PSEGLI) employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries other than PSEGLI, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to PSEG, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG new hires. Similarly, for PSEG employees who accept job opportunities with PSEGLI, your benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of PSEGLI.

PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.

PSEG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973‑430‑3845 or email [e-mail].

If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email [e-mail]. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.

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