Apprentice Cable Splicer

About the role

Network Underground Services (NUS) of Georgia Power provides construction & maintenance services for underground electrical systems across Georgia. The Apprentice Cable Splicer (ACS) positions are based in Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah. The role involves assisting with the construction & maintenance of network underground systems and other high-reliability distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the construction & maintenance of network underground systems and other high-reliability distribution systems.
• Learn the construction and maintenance activities associated with our Network & Hi-reliability Distribution systems, including operating procedures for all equipment involved.
• Work in enclosed spaces such as manholes, vaults, and tunnels, requiring access by ladders and working at heights in lifts, buckets, scaffolds, etc.
• Perform physically demanding tasks in extreme weather conditions.
• Work on-call during storm emergencies, including overnight and out-of-state travel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of work experience in construction, heavy industrial maintenance, utility, military, or electrical fields.
• Basic mechanical and electrical aptitude or background.
• Experience working outdoors, with heavy equipment/machinery, heavy load rigging/lifting, emergency responders, commercial truck driving, and/or farming.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Safe work practices with a history of working accident-free and injury-free.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• Pre-employment written exam (Construction and Skills Trade test).
• Post-offer employment test.
• Background check and DOT drug screen.
• Pre-employment physical exam.

Skills

• Basic mechanical aptitude and knowledge of hand tools.
• Proven ability to read, understand, and follow procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Safe work practices with a history of working accident-free and injury-free.

Benefits

The position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and union membership is optional. Current starting pay for ALL NEW HIRES is $6,396/month or approximately $36.90/hour. Apprentice Cable Splicer candidates who receive job offers will be hired at this rate, regardless of experience/skills.

Pay

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between GPC and IBEW Local 84. Current starting pay for ALL NEW HIRES is $6,396/month or approximately $36.90/hour.

Schedule

The position requires flexibility and availability for call-out duties during storm emergencies, including overnight and out-of-state travel.