Line Technician Apprentice

Gainesville Regional Utilities; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Gainesville Regional Utilities seeks a Line Technician Apprentice to perform skilled apprentice-level work in constructing, maintaining, and repairing electric and gas distribution systems. This position participates in GRU’s Line Technician Apprenticeship Progression-Through-Training Program and works under supervision to build technical proficiency, safety awareness, and system knowledge.

Under direct supervision, the incumbent learns to operate construction equipment, perform fusion welds,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must participate in GRU Line Technician Apprentice Progression-Through-Training Program.
• Pre-employment medical examination and drug screening may be required.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair energized underground distribution systems.
• Construct, retire, operate, inspect, and repair natural gas and LP service lines under supervision.
• Perform fusion welds and tapping procedures on gas mains and service lines under supervision.
• Respond to emergencies.
• Follow FPSC guidelines and GRU policies in all tasks.

Skills

Adaptability

Flexibility

Safety awareness

Accountability

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Career Opportunities: Line Technician Apprentice (847)

The Line Technician Apprentice performs skilled apprentice-level work in the construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of natural gas, LP (liquid propane), and electric distribution systems. Participates in the GRU Line Technician Progression-Through-Training Program. This position works under supervision, developing technical proficiency, safety awareness, and system knowledge. Duties are performed under direct supervision until proficiency in assigned tasks and responsibilities is demonstrated.

Positions allocated to this classification report to a designated supervisor and work under limited direct observation and supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its increased technical responsibilities and ability to work under limited direct observation and supervision.

May estabilish an eligibility list.

Examples of Work

Essential Functions:

Under direct supervision, constructs, maintains, and repairs energized underground distribution systems rated at 600 V or less.

Under direct supervision, constructs, retires, operates, maintains, inspects, and repairs natural gas and LP service lines.

Under direct supervision, performs and inspects fusion welds.

Under direct supervision, performs tapping procedures on pressurized natural gas and LP mains and service lines.

Under direct supervision, constructs, maintains, and repairs natural gas and LP distribution systems of all pressures up to 750 psi.

Under direct supervision, operates, maintains, and inspects construction equipment, including small and large trenchers, backhoes, and front-end loaders.

Under direct supervision, performs integrity management duties, such as gas leak surveys, valve maintenance, and maintenance of cathodic protection systems as required and in accordance with the Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC) guidelines

Under direct supervision, uses pipeline equipment and hand, pneumatic, and electric tools in the construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of natural gas transmission, distribution, and LP systems, as well as associated facilities.

Responds to emergencies.

Non-Essential Functions:

Required to respond in emergency conditions.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Examples of Work (continued)

Education

Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma is required. Passing the appropriate GRU trainability exam may be required.

Must participate in GRU’s Line Technician Apprentice Progression-Through-Training Program.

Experience

One (1) year of experience in construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of an electric or gas distribution system, including using related tools and equipment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Pre-employment medical examination and satisfactory drug screening required.

Adaptability, Flexibility, Fostering Innovation

Contributes to Achieving GRU's Mission

Customer Focus

Accountability & Dependability

Contributes to a Positive Work Environment

Safety

Certifications

Valid Florida Class E Driver's License required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Work requires physical strength and agility sufficient to perform essential functions safely.

Work will require performing tasks outdoors under varying climatic conditions and exposure to hazardous conditions and noxious chemicals.

Ability to learn and maintain knowledge of PHMSA (Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration) mandated (49 CFR Part 192) Operator Qualifications program requirements to perform work on pipeline systems.

Requires the ability to use respiratory protection equipment in compliance with OSHA regulations.

Ability to acquire the knowledge of methods, practices, and materials used in the construction and maintenance of gas facilities.

Ability to acquire and demonstrate knowledge of departmental policies and procedures, including the General Operation and Maintenance Procedure and Gas Department Construction Manuals.

Ability to acquire the knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules and procedures, including traffic control, in the gas and electric industry.

Acquire the ability to read, understand, and work from engineering maps, drawings, blueprints, and sketches.

Ability to operate work-related equipment.

Ability to identify the smell of natural gas and LP.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (continued)

Physical Requirements

Climbing - Occasionally

Driving - Often

Far Vision Acuity - Continually

Fine Manipulation - Often

Foot or Leg Controls - Continually

Gross Manipulation - Often

Hearing - Continually

Keyboarding - Occasionally

Lifting or Carrying>50 lbs. - Occasionally

Near Visual Acuity - Continually

Normal Color Vision - Continually

Peripheral Vision - Continually

Pushing or Pulling > 50 lbs. - Occasionally

Reaching Above Shoulder Level - Occasionally

Reaching Overhead-Occasionally

Speaking - Continually

Standing or Walking - Continually

Sitting - Occasionally

Stooping, Kneeling, or Crawling - Occasionally

Required to work during emergency conditions.