Exciting Job Opportunity with PECO Energy

**Line School UG Apprentice in PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania | Careers at Oregon Maintenance Shop

Req ID: 26980: APPLY HERE and ONLINE at https://jobs.exeloncorp.com/careers-home/jobs/26980

APPLY ONLINE:

This is an apprentice opportunity in Underground Electric.

Skills/qualities that a tradesperson should possess:

Timeliness -- Commit to arriving at work 20-30 minutes prior to the start time to gather tools/supplies, pack the truck and get instructions regarding job sites for the day

Listening skills -- Ensure you know what instructions were given on tasks, next steps, etc. Don't be afraid to ask questions if you're not sure. Asking a question could be the difference between understanding and performing a task correctly or having an accident if you didn't understand the instructions

Curiosity/Inquisitiveness -- Be engaged, ask why, show interest in the work. Don't sit on the sidelines waiting for someone to invite you into the conversation

NOTE:

There is an industry exam they'll have to take (CAST test or AMO) and receive a score of Recommended. There are practice exams on peco.com/careers

Also a reminder: Should have a driver's license with a clean driving record and there is a drug screen which includes marijuana

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES *

Responsibilities are related to the construction, maintenance and service of energized facilities in all phases of transmission and distribution equipment.

Work includes work out of aerial equipment; work in confined and enclosed spaces and outside under all weather conditions; operation of various @types of mechanized equipment and vehicles, and work on energized electrical equipment.

Required to work emergency and storm situations and must be available for overtime and shift work.

Required to perform glove-hand work as scheduled.

First class mechanic may work alone or be assigned to work with other splicers of lower classifications without the direct supervision of a higher level classification.

JOB SCOPE

Following successful completion of line school employees will be placed through the PECO system based on business needs.

This position also requires participation in the local union and payment of union dues. Candidates only apply that can adhere to working the required schedule as described above.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to perform the following task in a Safe & Productive Manner:

Ability to work with molten solder, compounds, and all elements of cable splicing (Training provided)

Perform work at heights of a ladder or from an aerial lift device

Valid Driver's license with acceptable driving record, and ability to obtain a commercial driver's license within four months of starting employment

High School diploma or equivalent.

Passed or ability to pass the EEI Aptitude Qualifying exam.

Apply heavy rigging techniques.

Perform excavating of earth and concrete over energized facilities

Ability to work in confined and enclosed spaces and outside under all weather conditions

Ability to work in stressful situations.

Respirator fit test qualifications and safe weight requirements maintained.

Must be able to respond to off hour/emergency calls.

Ability to pass all the medical examinations: Respirator, CDL and physicals.

Location: Oregon Maintenance Shop 2610 S COLUMBUS BLVD PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

PECO Energy Company

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