Apprentice Lineman APB - Transmission (GP)

Pike•Alma, GA

About The Position

The APB-Transmission is an entry-level lineman position involving the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical transmission systems. The position works at various locations and may require travel to another state based on customer demands. The role includes working on energized and de-energized transmission systems, including high-voltage work, and requires safe practices, physical labor, and the ability to work outdoors in inclement weather. The apprentice supports a broad range of transmission line activities while developing skills in line construction, equipment use, safety procedures, troubleshooting, and structural work. The employee must be able to travel and work for extended periods in different locations when required, and work overtime, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Requirements

At least 1 year of field experience.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.
Ability to travel long distances on short notice and work for extended periods in various locations when required.
Ability to lift more than 50 pounds.
Ability to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
Willingness to work overtime when requested.
Willingness to glove/work live high-voltage transmission lines.
Willingness to work outside the normal work schedule, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
Ability to follow company safety rules and other company policies.

Nice To Haves

A Commercial Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Work safely on new construction, maintenance, and repair of energized and de-energized transmission systems.
String overhead wire and set poles and anchors.
Work carefully around energized high-voltage systems to protect self and others.
Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
Perform other related work as needed to complete the job.
Work outdoors, including in inclement weather, and perform rigorous physical labor.
Learn transmission voltages on a circuit and become familiar with induced voltage.
Learn to set poles safely and read and understand blueprints.
Assist with inspecting structures and recognizing structural problems.
Work productively from an aerial device and assist with troubleshooting.
Work alone on de-energized lines when able.
Learn wire-stringing techniques and how to sag wire from a structure or bucket.
Assist with assembling and erecting towers of all heights.
Assist with aerial-ladder work to catch off and clip in.
Assist with framing and setting basic line structures and framing de-energized pole structures in the air.
Assist with installing all types of compression connections.
Work at heights and/or in confined spaces.
Properly install and remove PPE and cover-up, and inspect rubber goods, covers, and PPE.
Climb wood, steel, and other types of structures using the necessary tools.
Tie lineman knots and make and use a hand line.
Follow grounding procedures and proper equipment setup and grounding procedures.
Understand how and when to use Kellum grips.
Identify materials used in line work and understand minimum approach distance and flag-and-tag procedures.
Perform basic bucket rescue and escape.
Travel long distances on short notice and work for extended periods at various locations when required.
Work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.