Apprentice; Orlando

Position: Apprentice (Orlando)

Apprentice (Orlando)
Peoples Gas System
Florida – Orlando
8 Hr. X 5 Days

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Assist in the lay-out, fabrication and installation of gas distribution systems, which includes new construction and/or maintenance on various types of commercial, residential and industrial equipment. An Apprentice shall work in compliance with all Company policies, procedures, rules, regulations, safety standards and communicate in an effective, professional and courteous manner with all Company personnel, customers, contractors, developers, police/fire officials, other utility representatives, and members of the general public.

Day-to-Day

Responsibilities

Individuals in this classification have minimal experience in the natural gas industry and will attend and successfully complete formal/informal training to be qualified to efficiently and effectively perform the duties and responsibilities listed below:

• Turn on and turn off gas services, appliances, and equipment.
• Read meters and meter instruments.
• Perform the duties of a line locator.
• Assist and/or perform the installation, removal, change-out or upgrade of service regulators and meter sets.
• Assist and/or perform the start-up of conversion burners.
• May assist and perform the installation and maintenance of underground/above ground distribution/transmission mains, services, equipment and meter activity, including minor repairs and adjustments.
• Assist and/or perform plastic pipe fusion, tapping, and stopping operations.
• Assist and/or perform in operating hydraulic tools, backhoe and other machines used in natural gas operations.
• Assist and/or perform the investigations of inside and outside natural gas leaks.
• Work with a hand‑held radio device with internet capability to open and close assigned service orders.
• Use of a lap‑top computer for mapping, work orders, training and Employee Self Service for working time, benefits and job listings.
• Ability to work overtime as needed including weekends and holidays in response to gas emergencies.
• Ability to work Call Out and Stand‑by schedule on a rotating basis.
• Will perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Must be able to detect normal concentrations of natural gas odorant.

Must have vision acceptable under DOT guidelines 49 CFR 391.41(b)(10).

Must have hearing acceptable under DOT guidelines 49 CFR 391.41(b)(11).

Must be able to independently ingress/egress and operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner.

IMPORTANT

Please make sure you can commit to all steps before applying.

The BSTB test, interview and mandatory paid training will be held on the following tentative dates:

• Basic Skills Test Battery (BSTB) test (Assessment) - Facilitated virtually between 8:00AM - 5:00PM
• Interview - Will be done through Microsoft Teams and requires a computer or smart phone (Between 8:00AM - 5:00PM Monday-Friday)
• New hire start training date - April 6, 2026
• Mandatory Paid Training - all weekdays for 4 weeks, starting April 6, 2026

Must Haves

• Valid High School Diploma or Valid G.E.D. is required
• Valid driver's license with a safe driving record is required
• Must understand basic map reading; know how to operate power tools and communication devices; ability to follow complex oral and written instructions. Using a calculator- must be able to perform basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply, divide, decimals, and fractions).

Nice-to-Haves

• One (1) to two (2) years natural gas or utility work experience or related work experience (such as propane, pipe fitting, etc.) a plus.
• Two (2) or more years of direct work experience performing the duties and responsibilities of a gas locator.

Working Conditions

• Must be physically capable of indoor/outdoor manual labor.
• Successful candidate must reside within 25 miles or 45 minutes of the Orlando Division office location to ensure business continuity and emergency response time.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test for use of respiratory equipment.
• Must be able to ascend/descend ladders, stairs and the like using feet, legs, hands, and arms.
• Must be able to maintain balance when walking, standing, or crouching, on/in narrow or slippery surfaces and/or spaces.
• Must be able to independently…