Apprentice, Chilled Water

OUC - The Reliable One, is looking for a Chilled Water Apprentice to join our dynamic Chilled Water Operations team. If you're excited to dig into the science behind OUC's Chilled Water Systems and ready to help deliver top‑tier, energy‑efficient service to our customers, this is your opportunity to shine. We're seeking someone dependable, curious, safety‑driven, and eager to grow into a key role in utility operations

In this role, you'll help operate and maintain chiller plant equipment, assist with preventive maintenance, monitor system performance, and pick up real‑world troubleshooting skills through classroom and online training as well as fieldwork. If you're an early riser who loves hands‑on learning, this could be your path into a high‑demand skilled trade.

OUC is an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida committed to innovation, sustainability, and our community, OUC's mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable and reliable services and solutions.

Join a team of visionary Change Agents, Strategists, and Community Ambassadors who understand the vital role of diverse experiences in powering creativity and industry transformation. At OUC, each position contributes to the success and achievement of our goals.  to learn more about what we do.

The ideal candidate will have:

* High School Diploma or GED

* Current enrollment in apprenticeship/vocational/technical/degree program or certification in engineering or related field of study (preferred).

* Valid Driver's License

* Special training/certification to be completed within one year of hire: EPA Universal Refrigerant 608 License

* Special training/certification to be completed within two years of hire: OUC Chilled Water Apprenticeship Training Program

OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes, to cite a few:

* Competitive compensation

* Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.

* OUC's Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account

* Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

* Paid parental leave

* Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities

* Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities

* Access to family-oriented recreational areas

* Paid Conference and Training Opportunities

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Salary Range:
Starting at $21.174 per hour (Estimated $44,041.92 annually) with a structured step progression system and performance-based pay increases every (6) six months up to $27.202 per hour (Estimated $56,580.16 annually).

Location:

6003 Pershing Ave. Orlando, FL 32822

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Job Description for this position.

Job Purpose:

Train to assist in the operation, service, and maintenance of chilled water production equipment. Develop a strong scientific understanding of OUC's Chilled Water Systems with a focus on energy efficiency. Under direct supervision and training, assist in performing daily operational requirements as required by the current load conditions and preventive maintenance plan. Document all activities using computerized maintenance management system and electronic logs.

Primary Functions:

* Participate in the chilled water apprentice training program including classroom study, online training and field observations.

* Learn to operate and maintain chiller plant equipment and facilities required to deliver efficient and reliable chilled water service to customers.

* Learn to monitor chilled water plants through a computerized control system.

* Support service personnel in performing repairs and preventative maintenance to plant equipment and facilities.

* Learn to perform routine service work on systems to optimize operation of systems.

* Learn to generate and maintain various reports and trend data.

* Understand and follow all workplace safety procedures.

* Perform daily…