Substation Electrician Apprentice

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The Office of Public Utilities, Electric Division, in conjunction with the Joint Apprentice Training Committee (JATC) will be hiring for the Substation Electrician Apprentice position(s). Duties include, but not limited to possessing the ability to install, troubleshoot and repair high voltage transmission and distribution equipment. Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions and at heights above ground and in underground vaults and manholes. Must be able to work on or near energized high voltage equipment while utilizing the appropriate personal protective equipment. A minimum passing score of 6 or greater on the NJATC written exam is required to apply, and proof of score must be uploaded to the application. If you have taken the NJATC exam within the past twenty-four (24) months from the final date to apply and have proof of a six (6) or greater, then you will not need to test again. The exam can only be taken once in a 90-day period. The next available testing date is May 20, 2025, in Springfield, IL (more testing dates will be added within the application period based off demand). Email ... to schedule your spot. Applicants who can verify (by providing undisputable documenting evidence) that they are participating in and in good standing, or have completed an accredited electrical apprenticeship recognized by the Electrical Training Alliance, and whose program utilized the ETA aptitude test requiring a score of 6 or better to enter said apprenticeship program, may qualify for a direct interview as determined by the JATC if apprenticeship opportunities are available The minimum application requirements are 17 years of age or older, high school graduate or GED equivalent, unrestricted 20/20 eyesight (vision correctable to 20/20 accepted) with no color blindness, a valid driver's license at time of background and the ability to obtain an Illinois Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) within the first 12 months of employment. All qualified applicants will receive a first interview. After the first interview, top scored applicants will be required to attend a mandatory 2 day climbing orientation before moving on to the second interview. Hiring decisions will be made after the second interview.

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