Electric Line Worker Apprentice

FLSA Exemption Status

Summary

Advertised July 8, 2026-July 22, 2026

May fill multiple positions. May establish an eligibility list.

Must have a valid Florida Drivers License

This is semi-skilled work in constructing, maintaining, and repairing overhead and underground electrical distribution and transmission systems.

Positions allocated to this classification report to a designated supervisor and work under direct supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its limited technical skills and its emphasis on learning electric line work.

Examples of Work

Essential Functions:

Must progress and successfully complete the GRU Electric Lineworker Apprentice Progression-Through-Training-Program (PTTP) which covers entry level apprentice to top of the journey level lineworker. Under direct supervision, constructs, maintains and repairs energized overhead and underground electric transmission and distribution systems up to 230,000 volts (230kv)

Under direct supervision, constructs, maintains, and repairs de-energized overhead and underground electric transmission and distribution systems.

Hoists tools and materials to electric line workers on poles.

Installs conduit and other sub-surface electrical material using shovels and/or motorized excavation equipment.

Keeps crew truck cleaned and stocked with necessary parts and materials.

Performs work on unleveled surfaces, in aerial devices, and climbs poles.

Uses computers to complete training modules, perform basic data entry on departmental forms, and departmental mapping programs to troubleshoot and navigate the electrical system.

Assists in responding to electric system trouble calls.

Completes and retains training associated with the apprenticeship program during their employment.

Attends work on timely, continuous, and regular basis and required to respond to emergency conditions, be available for on-call, and perform standby activities

Examples of Work (continued)

Non-Essential Functions:

May be assigned to inspect poles and attachments.

May frequently chauffeur other employees, depending upon assignment and work location.

May be assigned to operate line construction equipment including digger derrick, bucket truck, trenchers, and backhoe.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.

Employees hired into this classification must participate in the GRU Progression-Through-Training Program (PTTP) for the Electric Lineworker Apprentice classification.

Experience

One (1) year of experience as an electric utility ground worker, utility line helper, or construction worker with experience working on aerial trucks or derrick trucks with ropes and rigging, or an assignment that provided working knowledge of electric theory, wiring, tree trimming, pipe installation, or similar equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

GRU Competencies

Role Specific Competencies

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Basic working knowledge or capable of learning computers to include data entry, navigation, and basic use of mapping and training software.

Knowledge of or capable of learning the materials, tools, techniques, work practices, occupational hazards, and accident prevention methods used in electrical line work.

Ability to work effectively with co-workers and the public

Work requires physical strength and agility sufficiently to perform essential functions to include using various hand tools, digging tools, and other industry specific tooling.

Must have the ability to lift 80 pounds unassisted using proper lifting techniques.

Must have the physical ability to perform work at elevations exceeding 150 feet by means of aerial lifts, ladders, stairs, and climbing wood and steel structures with appropriate gear.

Work frequently requires bending, kneeling, crawling, walking, standing, pushing, pulling and working at or above shoulder level.

Must be able to operate both light and heavy-duty equipment after proper license and training is obtained.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (continued)

Physical Requirements

Environmental Requirements