Apprentice Lineman

About the role

The Apprentice Lineman I position is the first step of seven in the Lead Lineman training program. This position deals directly with ground-related work on overhead and underground electric service crews, including constructing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems for residential, commercial or industrial establishments. This position is the first of a seven-step progression to Lead Lineman.

Responsibilities

• Aid in maintaining acceptable levels of standard materials on truck
• Aid in all ground work while linemen are performing their duties
• Aid in installing splices on de-energized U/G secondary and primary conductors
• Aid in placing U/G transformers and pads
• Aid in terminating U/G cables in transformers
• Aid in the installation of streetlights and related equipment
• Aid in framing and setting of poles
• Aid in digging anchors and pulling wires
• Operate safely chain saws and basic right of way skills
• Drive ground rods
• Place primary and secondary in trench in the construction of an U/G service or subdivision
• Spot/locate other utilities while digging
• Load/unload transformers and other material
• Check voltage in meter base and service stubs using voltmeter
• Aid in patrolling lines during outages
• Aid in safe roadside work zone setup
• Identify visually other utility's placement and identifying markers
• Develop knowledge of electrical system hazard recognition
• Develop knowledge of safe construction work practices

Requirements

• Valid Georgia Driver's License
• High school education or GED
• One-year related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Qualifications

• Read/interpret documents such as safety rules, operating & maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Understand and carry out detailed instructions
• Speak effectively with customers or other employees
• Know CPR and basic first aid
• Work overtime as needed
• Obtain Georgia Commercial Driver's License and Medical Examiner's Certificate of Qualification within 12 months

Skills & Abilities

• Right-of-Way work
• Utility design or staking
• Line construction for contract, utility or residential/commercial electrical firm

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Health Savings Account with company annual contribution
• Life insurance and disability
• 401K with company match
• Pension plan
• Paid holidays and time off
• Education/tuition reimbursement plan
• Professional and personal development
• Employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness programs and onsite fitness center

Pay

Competitive pay

Schedule

Hours vary based on department needs.