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Position Title: Apprentice Power Line Worker Job Posting Closing Date: 06/15 Provo City is hiring an Apprentice Power Line Worker to install, maintain, and repair power distribution lines and equipment for the Energy department. This position is a four-year apprenticeship program with increasing responsibility connected to Provo’s electrical power distribution system. Job Details What is the compensation package? This position has a four-year apprenticeship with the following pay steps: Year 1 - (G25) Starting at $32.62 per hour Year 2 – (G27) $35.96 Year 3 – (G29) $39.65 Year 4 – (G31) $43.71 Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, a Provo Library card, 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course, a 4/10 work schedule​, and others. For more information about benefits click here. ( What are the main duties? (for the full classification specification, click here. ( Assist, connect, install, maintain, and repair energized overhead and underground power transmission lines. Operate line trucks, line working apparatus, and heavy equipment. Troubleshoot power distribution equipment to determine problem. Replace and repair fuse, grounds, and other electrical devices. Work secondary voltages of 300 volts or less, unassisted with little or no supervision. Work on 15,000-volt single phase lines with the guidance of a journey-level Power Line Worker. Make connections and disconnections for customers. Explain problems to public. Assisting other employees as needed and perform other related duties as required. What are the minimum qualifications? High School Diploma or equivalent (GED). Any training or experience that demonstrates an ability to perform the work. A valid, lawful commercial driver license. Preference give to applicants with a Class A CDL. Within one year of hire, must successfully complete the IPSA’s corresponding exam for an Apprentice Power Line Worker. What is the selection process? Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening being held on June 16, 2025. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration. If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months. Why Provo City? Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities. To deliver on those priorities, the Administration developed a brand promise to establish the high standards of our community identifies as the Provo Pillars: Welcoming, Safe and Sound, Economically Vibrant, and Forward Looking, together we are building a strong foundation for a community that is honored both nationally and locally. Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. Visit provo.gov to learn more! Provo City is an equal opportunity employer. Full Time/Part Time: Full time Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 It is the policy of Provo City to select, develop, and promote employees based on their ability and job performance. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of the City to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer/employee relations without regard to race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition; age; national origin; disability; sexual orientation; or gender identity. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee's compensation; benefits; terms and conditions of employment; and opportunities for promotion, training and development, transfer, and other privileges of employment. It has been, and shall continue to be, the City's policy to maintain a working environment free of discrimination and intimidation. It is further the policy of the City to comply in good faith with applicable local, state, and federal statutes concerning Equal Employment Opportunity. Employment with Provo City offers a variety of opportunities to start and grow an exciting career serving your community, including in public safety, utility services, leisure services, administration, and other areas. Opportunities are always available, so apply today to be a part of Provo’s team! Provo City

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