Apprentice Lineman

Coast Electric Power Association•Picayune, MS

About The Position

Coast Electric is seeking an Apprentice Lineman for its Pearl River County Operations Department. This entry-level position provides hands-on training and opportunities to advance toward Journeyman Lineman while assisting with the construction, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of overhead and/or underground power lines. Work is performed according to Rural Utility Services (RUS) specifications and procedures, National Electric Code standards, and OSHA regulations. The role supports a workplace culture focused on safety, teamwork, integrity, accountability, and service to the communities Coast Electric and CoastConnect serve. The position includes on-call and overtime work as required, storm restoration and emergency response, and reporting to a job site or facility during emergencies in accordance with essential-business requirements or applicable law.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required; the posting also states that a high school diploma is preferred.
Utility Lineman Certificate or six months of experience working in the utility industry is required.
Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License is required.
Must reside within 25 miles of the Pearl River County District Office or within Pearl River County, or be willing to relocate into the service area. The service area will not extend outside Mississippi.
Ability to read and understand safety manuals, regulations, and operational procedures.
Ability to operate assigned equipment, including bucket lift, forklift, backhoe, trencher, drill, chainsaw, shovel, post hole digger, and high compression tools.
Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb using the feet and legs and/or hands and arms, and to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
Dexterity in reaching, handling, fingering, and/or feeling; ability to communicate clearly and promptly about dangers and problems and to hear messages and commands.
Visual abilities including acuity at far and near distances, depth perception, field of vision, accommodation, and color vision.

Responsibilities

Assist with the construction, maintenance, and repair of distribution power lines.
Learn line construction basics and the classification, terminology, and proper use of tools and materials.
Learn and apply RUS specifications, National Electric Code standards, and utility safety procedures.
Observe linemen working on poles and anticipate their needs for materials and tools.
Assist with pole installation, conductor stringing, splicing, and equipment installation.
Operate and safely use utility tools and equipment.
Support storm restoration and emergency response efforts.
Trim trees and brush as needed for line construction and maintenance.
Work on-call and overtime as required.
Report to work and continue job duties at a job site or facility during emergencies as required.