Apprentice Lineman A-APA (AP)

Position Summary

The Apprentice A Lineman (APA) position is a semi-skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical overhead distribution systems. This position works at various locations and may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

About the Role

This position requires a 3-year minimum of field experience. Must be able to read and communicate effectively in English. Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment. A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred. Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required. Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required. Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs. Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE. Willing to work over-time when requested. Willingness to glove/work live high voltage distribution lines. Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Essential Functions

• Strings overhead wire.
• Sets poles and anchors.
• Installs transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear.
• Troubleshoots in primary and secondary systems.
• Replaces fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems.
• Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.

Requirements

• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Able to identify induced voltage.
• Able to understand grounding procedures.
• Able to use a load buster tool.
• Able to install and hook up a single phase transformer.
• Able to safely set a pole.
• Able to understand equipment setup and grounding.
• Able to work at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Able to properly install and remove Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Able to check voltage on transformers.
• Able to tie in a primary conductor.
• Able to understand how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
• Able to obtain a one shot on a recloser.
• Able to effectively conduct a pre-job or tailgate briefing.
• Able to safely perform a reconductoring job.
• Able to work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work.
• Able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.

Qualifications

• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Able to identify induced voltage.
• Able to understand grounding procedures.
• Able to use a load buster tool.
• Able to install and hook up a single phase transformer.
• Able to safely set a pole.
• Able to understand equipment setup and grounding.
• Able to work at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Able to properly install and remove Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Able to check voltage on transformers.
• Able to tie in a primary conductor.
• Able to understand how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
• Able to obtain a one shot on a recloser.
• Able to effectively conduct a pre-job or tailgate briefing.
• Able to safely perform a reconductoring job.
• Able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.

Skills

• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Follows Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Benefits

No specific benefits are mentioned in the job description.

Pay

No specific pay details are mentioned in the job description.

Schedule

No specific schedule details are mentioned in the job description.

About the Team

About Us Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job. Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.

Note

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.