Ten New Underground Mechanics Complete Comprehensive Training Program and Join PECO’s Front Lines

June 16, 2017

PHILADELPHIA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, ten new PECO underground apprentice mechanics celebrated their
completion of a rigorous 15-week training program – joining the front
lines to ensure safe and reliable service for PECO’s 1.6 million
electric customers. More than 600 people applied for this year’s
program, which develops the fundamental skills new apprentice mechanics
need to work safely on the company’s advanced electric distribution
system.

Underground school instructors and members of PECO leadership came
together to congratulate the company’s newest field employees on this
significant professional accomplishment.

“The training our new apprentice mechanics received from our skilled
instructors through this program provides the essential foundation for
their careers at PECO,” said Eric Helt, vice president of Electric
Operations. “Our field employees play a critical role in our mission to
deliver safe and reliable electric service to our customers and I’m
proud to welcome them to the organization.”

The comprehensive program included enhanced simulations to provide
candidates with real-life work conditions, field maintenance and repair
skills. The program focuses on electric distribution fundamentals,
electric theory, circuit design, emergency response, safety and first
aid. Candidates also develop an essential understanding of the company’s
advanced electric distribution equipment.

PECO’s ongoing employee focus has been recognized by Forbes Magazine,
which recently named PECO Best Mid-size Employer in Philadelphia. This
tremendous honor is a direct reflection of PECO’s commitment to drive
innovation and create a diverse and inclusive culture – helping
employees work more creatively to better serve the customers and
communities it serves.

PECO, founded in 1881, is Pennsylvania’s largest electric and natural
gas utility. Headquartered in Philadelphia, PECO delivers energy
to more than 1.6 million electric customers and more than 516,000
natural gas customers in southeastern, Pennsylvania. The
company’s 2,500 employees are dedicated to the safe and reliable
delivery of electricity and natural gas as well as enhanced energy
management conservation, environmental stewardship and community
assistance. PECO was named 2017 Best Mid-size Employer in
Philadelphia by Forbes Magazine. The company also has an estimated
annual economic impact of $4.3 billion in Pennsylvania, supporting more
than 8,700 local jobs and producing $732 million in labor income. PECO
is a subsidiary of Exelon Corporation (NYSE: EXC), the nation’s only
Fortune 100 utility and leading competitive energy provider. For more
information visit PECO.com,
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