Apprentice 2nd Step- Apprentice 4th Step

Entergy•Dayton, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This position may be filled as an Apprentice 2nd Year through Apprentice 4th Year. The role involves performing less complicated tasks on high and low voltage line work involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution conductors, structures and equipment. Specific duties vary based on the apprentice year, ranging from installing hardware and trimming trees to using hot line tools, stringing conductors, and assisting with various installations and repairs. The position requires the ability to work in challenging environments, including extreme weather, confined spaces, and at heights, and to perform physical tasks such as digging and lifting. Maintaining a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License, operating vehicles and equipment safely, and working around energized lines are essential. The role also includes basic computer tasks, effective communication, stress management, and regular attendance. Personal qualifications emphasize alertness to hazards, participation in safety meetings, neatness, and positive customer interaction.

Requirements

Under close supervision, must know, understand and be willing and able to apply all applicable Company construction specifications.
Must be able to perform the less complicated tasks on high and low voltage line work involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution conductors, structures and equipment.
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 have regular and reliable attendance.
Must be able to work overtime when necessary.
Be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents.
Be willing and able to work under unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.
Be especially neat, clean and orderly in work and person.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position.
Apprentice 4th Year - 4+ years demonstrated linework experience required.
Apprentice 3rd Year - 3+ years demonstrated linework experience required.
Apprentice 2nd Year - 2+ years demonstrated linework experience required.

Nice To Haves

Under directive supervision, with limited latitude for planning or laying out of working details, must know, understand, and be willing and able to apply all applicable Company construction specifications in order to perform high and low voltage line work involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission, underground and distribution dead or energized conductors, structures and equipment.

Responsibilities

Install crossarms, secondary racks and clevis, anchors and guys, and install hardware and fittings for vertical type construction, including conductors, single phase transformers, lightning arresters, grounds, cutouts, etc., on dead circuits.
Trim trees.
Cover and work energized circuits under close supervision when deemed safe by supervisor.
Assist in the installation, maintenance and repair of street lighting equipment and fixtures.
Direct work of helpers and apprentices as required.
Use hot line tools under close supervision of qualified workman.
Fuse transformers and sectionalizing fuses.
String, sag and tie in conductors on dead lines of all classes.
Install all types of transformer installations, make tap changes and install primary metering equipment under supervision of qualified workman.
Assist in making aerial and submarine cable installations, including the making of joints and installing potheads.
Assist in the installation of pole type regulators and transformers to boost or buck line voltage.
Assist in phasing and checking rotation in circuits direct and with potential transformers.
Assist in erecting and maintaining steel towers and outdoor substations.
Assist in receiving blocks.
Direct work of helpers, apprentices, and underclassmen as required.
Work on all types of conductors.
Locate trouble and restore service on all classes of lines, substations, sectionalizing equipment, etc.
Make underground and submarine cable installations, including the making of joints and installation of potheads.
Make field tests of distribution transformers.
Check for ground faults on circuits or equipment.
Erect and maintain steel towers and substations.
Direct work of assistants, instruct and train other employees.
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.
Communicate effectively and interact with a team.
Manage stress and handle tense situations.
Attend and take part in safety meetings.
Receive and transmit orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence of both superiors and subordinates.
Meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner.
Render and maintain first class, courteous service to all customers.
Be available to work additional hours, in alternate locations, and/or perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company.