Apprentice Lineman (AP1–AP5)
Job Overview
Primoris Power Delivery is seeking Apprentice Linemen at levels AP1 through AP5 to join our Overhead Power Delivery team. This position assists with the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of overhead electrical distribution systems. The appropriate apprentice level will be determined based on the candidate’s training, experience, and demonstrated skills.
Job Responsibilities
- Aid in constructing, maintaining, and repairing overhead electrical distribution lines.
- Set and frame utility poles and install crossarms, insulators, transformers, conductors, and related equipment.
- Assist qualified crew members with energized and de-energized line work as permitted by apprentice level.
- Climb utility poles and work from aerial devices following all safety requirements.
- Operate hand tools, power tools, and line-construction equipment.
- Perform proper grounding, rigging, material handling, and jobsite setup.
- Inspect tools, vehicles, equipment, and personal protective equipment before use.
- Follow OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and established work procedures.
- Participate in job briefings and promptly report hazards or unsafe conditions.
- Maintain a clean and organized worksite.
- Travel to various job locations and work overtime, weekends, or emergency-restoration assignments as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
- Apprentice Lineman classification of AP1 through AP5, based on applicable training and experience.
- Previous overhead power-line construction experience is preferred.
- Completion of a recognized lineworker training program is preferred for entry-level candidates.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A preferred or required within the company-established timeframe.
- Ability to obtain and maintain DOT qualifications when applicable.
- Ability to climb poles and work safely at elevated heights.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and around energized electrical systems.
- Must be willing to travel and respond to emergency-restoration work when required.
- Must successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds regularly and heavier materials with assistance.
- Ability to climb, kneel, bend, stoop, stand, and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to work at heights and in confined or uneven work areas.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and work in heat, cold, rain, and other outdoor conditions.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation paid weekly.
- Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
- 401(k) with company match, vested day-one.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Paid Time Off, holiday pay, and community service paid time off.
- Pet coverage "For our Furry Friends."
- Legal Assistance Coverage.
- Award-winning safety programs.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Growth opportunities.
- And more.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Agency Statement
We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.