Apprentice Lineman Technician

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies•South Carolina, SC

4d•$23 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies delivers transmission, distribution, substation, and related power infrastructure projects across Canada and the United States. Our work spans field construction, project delivery, operations, and corporate support in an environment where safety, execution, and reliability matter. Under the guidance and direction of the Foreman or Construction Manager, the Apprentice Lineman Technician assist in the construction and maintenance of power systems, and replaces or repairs defective power lines, sub-stations, and accessories.

Requirements

Minimum of 6 months experience as an Apprentice Lineman Technician or in a related role within the electrical utility, transmission, distribution, or powerline construction industry.
Ability to accurately distinguish color-coded electrical conductors and components.
Work safely and ability to recognize safety hazards and implement hierarchy of controls to eliminate hazards on site or in office.
Strong listening, problem solving and time management skills with the ability to meet various deadlines.
Strong verbal and written skills with the ability to communicate in a professional manner.
Ability to work independently or within a team environment with minimal supervision.
Able and willing to travel and work frequent overtime and weekend hours to accommodate project schedules and/or business needs.
Physically fit and able to perform manual labour in varying weather conditions and environments, inclusive of heavy lifting.
Have and maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driver's abstract.
Complete background screening and criminal record check.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on overhead and/or underground T&D electrical systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement safety policies, transporting materials, installing electrical transmission systems, performing repair work, and laying underground cable in trenches.
Adhere to Forbes Bros Occupational Health and Safety rules and regulations, follow safety standards and ask questions, if needed, related to safety practices in the electrical construction industry.
Enroll in and complete training and documentation toward Lineman certification.
Learn and interpret site plans and construction drawings.
Install, inspect, maintain, and repair high and low voltage transmission and distribution electrical grid.
Troubleshoot and repair overhead distribution and transmission lines.
Install, inspect, maintain, repair, and modify high and low voltage transmission and distribution of electrical grid.
Maintain interior, exterior, overhead, and underground electrical distribution systems.
Install and maintain cables making part of power distribution systems.
Assist in the construction, maintenance and removal of underground and overhead power lines and equipment.
Communicate effectively, taking and/or providing direction.
Work in a team to efficiently and effectively complete jobs within deadlines.
Work safely and contribute to safety improvement initiatives.