Apprentice Water Production

About the Role

• Start as a Water Production Apprentice with opportunities to grow into the Maintenance Relief Operator role.
• Perform a variety of operations and maintenance functions at water production and related facilities.
• This is a skilled maintenance position performing operational duties under the direction of a certified operator, while gaining experience required to obtain an operating license.
• Upon completing the 18-month Apprentice program, employees are placed in the Maintenance Relief Operator position.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and operations, as well as all auxiliary functions, in a productive, safe, and efficient manner.
• Perform other duties and/or activities as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 24 semester credit hours or equivalent post-high school education from an accredited formal technical program related to electronics, electrical or mechanical maintenance, instrumentation and controls, chemistry, or another technical field.
• Ability to obtain a WT5-OIT license within 18 months of starting the program.
• Must have a valid Indiana Driver's License with a safe driving record.
• Must meet minimum safety requirements such as respirator certification, ability to work in confined spaces or elevated work areas.
• Must have a safe driving record, including no history of serious traffic violations, accidents, suspensions/revocations, or DUI/DWI convictions within the last three years.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Associate's degree in industrial maintenance technology from an accredited college or technical school.
• General knowledge of methods, techniques, and principles associated with the operations, maintenance, and installation, construction, investigation, testing, and repairs of equipment for above and below ground assets.

Additional Information

• This is a bargaining union position and a member of the Local IBEW #1400.
• Starting hourly rate: $31.94 per hour.
• Upon completing the 18-month Apprentice program, the hourly wage will increase to $39.43.
• Work Schedule: Shift work (24/7) - Rotating Shifts as needed.
• Citizens Energy Group offers competitive salary and benefits including:
• Health, Dental & Vision
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Wellness Program
• Adoption and tuition assistance
• Employee Credit Union
• Vacation and Paid Holidays