Journeyman Lineman

Responsibilities

• Construct, build, and maintain OH/UG Electric Facilities with primary voltages ranging up to 34.5KV
• Installation, removal, and maintenance of OH/UG primary line facilities and secondary services
• Installation of OH/UG transformers and the wiring of all types of transformer banks
• Installation, including the wiring of regulators, capacitors, and reclosers
• Driving of different sizes and types of trucks
• Operation of various pieces of equipment, including Aerial Bucket and Digger Derrick Trucks
• Read and understand job prints and sketches
• Recognize material(s) and their function
• Setting and climbing of all sizes of poles in open areas, rear alleys, and in energized lines
• Be available for on-call duty and emergency response

Qualifications

• 5 years of lineman experience
• Required to have or be able to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License
• Ability to use physical strength to perform required tasks in all weather conditions
• Ability to work irregular hours and out-of-town assignments as required
• Good communication skills
• Ability to take and understand directives and complete tasks with limited supervision
• Ability to plan and lay out all work in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to assume a lead role and direct the work of other linemen
• Required to work safely and follow all Entergy safety policies and procedures
• Ability to learn through classroom instruction, OJT, and repetitive motions
• Ability to climb and work off of poles of various heights
• Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and have the ability to mitigate the hazards
• Ability to maintain and care for Company equipment properly and safeguard assets
• Ability to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner and understand the importance of delivering a high level of customer service
• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement
• Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base

Essential Functions

• Must be able to traverse uneven terrain (including, but not limited to, wet, muddy and/or slippery terrain, concrete or asphalt) with a full complement of tools weighing up to fifty pounds
• Must be able to work in extreme weather, including extreme heat and cold
• Must be able to work in confined spaces
• Must be able to work alone when performing restoration services
• Must be able to perform physical tasks, including digging, and pulling, pushing, carrying and lifting up to 80 pounds
• Maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License
• Must be able to safely operate trucks and heavy equipment and safely work around energized lines and equipment
• Must be able to work at heights for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work overhead from a bucket truck (perform work above shoulders on energized overhead lines)
• Must be able to climb up and descend from wooden/steel structures, poles and ladders and be able to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, grip, handle and feel
• Must have the ability to perform emergency rescue operations, including bringing unconscious or injured co-worker down from significant height or elevated area
• Must have sound judgment necessary to work safely in inherently dangerous environment
• Must be able to understand and follow safety rules
• Must be able to work up to 16 continuous hours per day
• Must have the ability to wear required personal protection equipment
• Must be able to perform basic computer tasks, such as entering time worked, noting beginning and completion of assigned task, checking and responding to emails, completing computer-based training, and other similar tasks
• Must be able to communicate effectively and interact with a team
• Must have the ability to manage stress and handle tense situations
• Must have regular and reliable attendance
• Must be able to work overtime when necessary