Underground Apprentice

AUI Inc. (AUI Power) is seeking a skilled, self-motivated, and dependable team player to join our AUI Power as an Underground Apprentice. This role is ideal for individuals who take pride in physical, hands-on work and want to end each day knowing they contributed to essential infrastructure. Guided by our core values - Team First, Customer Focus, and Own It, our leadership team brings firsthand field experience and a strong commitment to operational excellence and safety.

Position Summary:

The Underground Apprentice will work with, and train alongside experienced crew members to support electrical underground power distribution systems throughout the DC metropolitan area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in AUI’s state approved apprenticeship program


• Assist with the installation, construction, and repair of underground electrical systems by installing primary cables, secondary cables, and transformers


• Operate and perform job functions in a confined space environment such as manholes, vaults, and splice boxes


• Assist in locating trouble spots (cable splicing) using fault finding test equipment and taking necessary measures to identify and correct problems


• Run underground services using heavy equipment and power tools


• Perform hand digging

• Remove, relocate, and backfill soil and debris using shovels, rakes, and related tools

• Learn to operate power-driven machinery such as jackhammer, tamper, & drills


• Know proper handling, storage and transporting of conduits, wire, pipe and materials


• Know and follow safety rules, practices, and regulations

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work zone in high-traffic pedestrian areas (city environments)


• Clean and maintain equipment, trucks, and tools

• Site cleanup

Minimum Requirements:

• 2 Years’ experience in the utility industry


• 3 Years’ experience operating equipment and power tools


• Must have a current, valid driver's license with the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within 6 months


• High School diploma or GED


• Work 40+ hours per week to include during inclement weather, holidays, and/or weekends as needed


• Willing to work overtime, travel long distances on short notice for storm and/or emergency events as needed

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis


• Possess a working knowledge of construction practices


• Must successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screen

What you'll get at AUI Inc:

• Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescriptions, employee assistance program, and more!


• Free dental and additional Health Incentive discounts available


• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k) with 4% company match that is 100% vested upon deposit


• Overtime Pay


• Family Focus & Balance: Paid vacation, paid sick time, paid bereavement leave (as applicable), and more!

• Employer Sponsored Education & Training: We can help you obtain a CDL! 

• Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education to help advance your career


• FR Clothing provided to you at no cost


• Real-world experience through our Hands-On Training Facility


• Wellness: On-site fitness center


• Other Incentives: Employee Referral Bonus, hotel & per diem pay (when applicable) and tool assistance

AUI Inc (Power) is an Equal Opportunity Employer