4674 - Lineman Apprentice 3

Black & Veatch Family of Companies • NM

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About The Position

At Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world. Our professionals are our greatest asset, and we believe nothing is more important than the health, happiness and professional growth of our employee-owners. With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help you give us your best, and together we can build a world of difference.

Requirements

• 3000 documented hours and proven DOL approved lineman apprentice program participation.
• Working knowledge of the lineman craft.
• Developing knowledge of the installation or repair of cables or wires used in electrical power or distribution systems.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Must have all necessary tools.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• NCCER Construction Craft Laborer
• NCCER Core Curriculum or equivalent Craft Training Program

Responsibilities

• Use appropriate hand and power tools to properly measure, cut, assemble, install, test or repair cables or wires.
• Help install, maintain, inspect, test, and repair electrical distribution and transmission systems.
• Open switches or attach grounding devices to remove electrical hazards.
• Climb poles or use truck-mounted buckets to access equipment.
• Drive vehicles equipped with tools and materials to job sites.
• Identify defective devices using wiring diagrams and electrical-testing instruments.
• Dig holes and set poles using cranes and power equipment.
• Place insulating or fireproofing materials over conductors and joints.
• Splice or solder cables together or to overhead transmission lines.
• String wire conductors and cables between poles, towers, trenches, pylons, and buildings.
• Attach cross-arms, insulators, and auxiliary equipment to poles.
• Coordinate work assignment preparation and completion with other workers.
• Lay underground cable directly in trenches or string it through conduit.
• Clean, tin, and splice corresponding conductors.
• Pull up cable by hand from large reels mounted on trucks.
• Participate in all safety related processes and programs.
• Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor.
• Participate in all pre-job work planning and safety discussions.
• Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time