Openings for apprenticeships will be posted on our jobs page when available. Colorado Springs Utilities provides a number of apprenticeship programs through our Technical Training Department and in collaboration with our journey level workers. The programs, a majority of which are certified by the Department of Labor (DOL) and Veteran's Administration (VA), incorporate self-study, technical training, and on-the-job learning to enhance craft and trade skills. We not only provide a foundation through apprenticeship programs but also offer an ongoing refresher for journey-level employees, ensuring we have a productive, safe and highly-skilled workforce.

 

Our current apprenticeship programs include:

 

Natural Gas Apprenticeship Programs

  • Natural Gas Pipefitter (DOL and VA Certified)

 

Electric Apprenticeship Programs

  • Line Technician (DOL and VA Certified)
  • Substation Technician (DOL and VA Certified)
  • Apparatus Electrician (DOL and VA Certified)

 

Power Plant Apprenticeship Programs

  • Plant System Operator (DOL and VA Certified)
  • Maintenance Mechanic (DOL and VA Certified)
  • Instrument and Control Specialists (DOL and VA Certified)
  • Plant Electrician (DOL and VA Certified)
  • Control Room Operator
  • Material Handling
  • Remote Plant Production Team Specialist

 

Water Apprenticeship Programs