NLC Edgewater Florida Class 2602 Groundman/Pre-Apprentice Grad Opportunity

Probst Electric Inc., a fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), is one of North America's premier utility construction companies. With offices in Heber City, Provo, and Salt Lake City, Utah; Caldwell and Rupert, Idaho, we specialize in high-voltage transmission line construction, design-build, and maintenance services for public and private sector utilities. Our expertise includes transmission, distribution, drilling, underground, and renewables.

About the role

Probst Electric is seeking driven, hard-working individuals to join our Lineman team (Pre-apprentice to Journeyman). We offer a certified Lineman Apprenticeship program for eligible employees who want to attain the Journeyman’s License. Interested candidates may apply to add their name to our waiting list for future opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical distribution and transmission systems
• String wire conductors and cables
• Open switches or attach grounding devices to remove electrical hazards
• Climb poles or use truck-mounted buckets to access equipment
• Place insulating or fireproofing materials over conductors and joints
• Identify defective sectionalizing devices, circuit breakers, fuses, voltage regulators, transformers, switches, relays, or wiring using wiring diagrams and electrical-testing instruments
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions
• Locate underground services, such as pipes or wires, prior to beginning work
• Adhere to safety practices and procedures
• Excavate and drill holes
• Erect and maintain structures
• Perform right of way clearing and reclamation
• Read and interpret plans, instructions, and specifications to determine work activities
• Inspect and test power lines and auxiliary equipment
• Operate machinery such as track hoes, backhoes, digger derricks, lo-drill, air drill, forklift, cranes, skid steers, line pullers, or line tensioners
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Valid CDL and Medical Card (No exceptions)
• Ability to travel throughout the US (position requires FULL-TIME TRAVEL)
• Graduated from an accredited line school or have equivalent verifiable experience
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work long hours outdoors in all types of weather, and move/lift at least 50 lbs. on a consistent basis
• Pass pre-employment and other drug screening requirements

Preference given to candidates with heavy equipment operator experience or crane certification.

Benefits

• Top-tier wages with additional per diem and travel pay when eligible
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with a strong company match
• Industry-leading safety culture
• Unlimited career growth opportunities within the Quanta family of companies