Appr Lineman

Southern Company•Waycross, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Georgia Power is seeking experienced Apprentice Lineman candidates for statewide employment in Transmission construction. This position requires prior transmission line work experience and basic knowledge of wire pulling equipment and procedures. The Apprentice lineman will also be required to pass a pre- employment evaluation and demonstrate that he/she possesses the common skills, knowledge, and physical ability required to be successful in this position. This job requires weekly travel, and all travel expenses and hotel cost are the responsibility of the employee and a daily per diem (allowance) will be provided to help cover these costs. The current rate is $178 a day for those employees accruing overnight lodging and working 50 miles from their home. This is an item covered by the Memorandum of Agreement between Georgia Power Company and the IBEW Local No. 84. HQ Location: 205 Southfield Parkway, Forest Park, GA but you will be assigned to work assignments throughout the State of Georgia. There are multiple openings for Apprentice Lineman who work in the construction of Transmission Lines throughout the state of Georgia. Candidates hired as Apprentice Lineman must have 1 year or more as Journeyman Lineman experience and will participate in a 3 – 3 ½ year training program. Candidates hired as Apprentice Lineman who have 4 years or more of being a certified Lineman may be evaluated, and based on experience, background, and competency, may be placed in a 12- month accelerated training program. This position is a physically demanding position, works four, ten-hour days and requires overnight and out-of-town stays during the week near the construction site. Depending on work location, you could be away from home as many as 200 nights per year. This is cumulative, not consecutive nights.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
1 year or more as Journeyman Lineman experience
A basic mechanical and electrical aptitude or background
A basic knowledge of hand tools
Ability to read, understand, and follow procedures, rules, and regulations
Ability to take instruction, direction and translate those into actions
Ability to perform physically demanding activities while working outside in all weather conditions
Demonstrate a commitment to Safety Excellence
Display ethical behavior
Understand the value of customer service and support
A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Pass the Construction and Skilled Trades Exam (CAST test)
Pass a Post Offer Evaluation Test
Successfully meet requirements for a Pre-Employment (DOT) physical exam approved by our company physician and Worker's Compensation Medical Questionnaire.
Weigh and maintain body weight at or below 300 pounds fully dressed including steel-toed work boots and hardhat.

Nice To Haves

Transmission Lineman on voltages from 46kV TO 500kV
Distribution Lineman experience
Experience with Construction machinery such as skid steers, excavators, back hoes, cranes or heavy load rigging and lifting
Transmission Line Construction equipment and installation work to include installing, maintaining, and retiring of transmission lines on voltages from 46kV to 500kV construction skills
Be self-motivated
Take personal ownership of projects and assignments
Previously demonstrated the ability to successfully work in a team environment
Good communication skills

Responsibilities

Work in the construction of Transmission Lines throughout the state of Georgia.
Participate in a 3 – 3 ½ year training program.
Work four, ten-hour days.
Perform physically demanding activities while working outside in all weather conditions.
Undergo an extensive training program, including classroom and on-the-job training.