Power Plant Apprentice-Control Room Operator

About the position This is an apprentice training program designed to provide the knowledge, skill and experience needed to qualify for Power Plant Control Room Operator. The apprenticeship experience consists of study and work in the respective specialized area. Class incumbents must make satisfactory progress as the training program develops to include more complex and hazardous demands. Work is performed in accordance with established policies and procedures under the general direction of supervisory or journey level workers. Work is reviewed through inspection of work in progress and upon completion. Advancement in the apprenticeship program will be dependent upon successful demonstration of mastery of the required competencies for the applicable apprenticeship progression. Responsibilities ? Participate in an apprenticeship training program to qualify for Power Plant Control Room Operator. , ? Complete required on-the-job and computer-based training. , ? Demonstrate mastery of required competencies for advancement in the apprenticeship program. , ? Work under the general direction of supervisory or journey level workers. , ? Be available to serve on-call and work outside of assigned shifts as needed. Requirements ? Possession of a high school diploma or an equivalent recognized certificate. , ? Must be at least 18 years of age. , ? Must be medically certified to wear a respirator and pass a respirator fit test prior to employment. , ? Must possess a valid Class E State driver's license at time of appointment. , ? Ability to work rotating shifts of 12 hours in length covering 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. , ? Must be able to distinguish between red and green. , ? Must pass the City of Tallahassee-Electric & Gas Utility pre-employment screening and assessment program. Nice-to-haves ? HAZMAT and oil spill certifications within one year of employment. Benefits ? Paid vacation, sick leave, parental, and catastrophic illness leaves. , ? Defined benefit pension and defined contribution plans. , ? Paid holidays and tuition reimbursement. , ? Medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, pre-paid legal, critical illness, and auto insurance plans. Apply Job!