Apprentice Lineman

Ameren • Jacksonville, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under immediate supervision, work as a lineman in training on a line construction or maintenance crew, progressing toward Journeyman Lineman status over a three-year period. Follow the Apprentice Lineman Agreement and curriculum, beginning with unenergized circuits and advancing to energized circuits of progressively higher voltages. Work under a Lineman’s immediate supervision until demonstrated ability to perform each phase safely and skillfully, and later perform qualifying work independently. The program includes an examination, which may be oral, written, practical, or a combination of these, at its conclusion.

The role includes assembling line materials, hardware, and pole fixtures; climbing poles; assisting Linemen with services, secondaries, and conductors; performing groundwork; and gradually taking on work involving energized conductors and higher voltages. The apprentice also performs assigned similar or less-skilled work and prepares for examination by undertaking more difficult work under a foreman’s direct but not constant supervision.

The position requires adherence to safety rules and use of appropriate protective equipment, prudent care of company and customer equipment, vehicles, tools, and materials, reliable attendance, and regular availability and timely response to call-outs. The apprentice communicates with employees and the public and maintains cooperative working relationships. Work is outdoors in varied weather and may involve nighttime emergency storm work, cramped positions, uneven or slippery footing, traffic, electrical or steam hazards, heavy materials, minor cuts and bruises, fall or falling-object risks, and trench cave-ins. A 25-mile domicile requirement applies. Hourly pay is $43.80 at Grade Step BC 004, Step 1 of 1 (Top Step). The position is eligible for annual incentive payments based on company performance and management discretion. Benefits are available to regular full-time employees; details are provided on the company’s Benefits & Perks Page.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successfully pass the EEI C.A.S.T. Test.
• Complete and pass a three-day evaluation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Class A CDL.
• Punctuality, reliable attendance, and a positive attitude.
• Meet the 25-mile domicile requirement.
• Availability for and timely response to call-outs on a regular basis.
• Adherence to safety rules and use of appropriate protective equipment.

Responsibilities

• Work on a line construction or maintenance crew as a lineman in training and progress through the three-year apprentice curriculum toward Journeyman Lineman status.
• Advance from work on unenergized circuits to energized circuits of progressively higher voltages in accordance with the apprentice agreement and curriculum.
• Perform work under the immediate supervision of a Lineman until each phase can be performed safely and skillfully; perform qualifying work independently as skills are demonstrated.
• Assemble line materials, hardware, and pole fixtures; climb poles; and assist Linemen with services, secondaries, and conductors.
• Perform groundwork normally performed by a Lineman and other similar or less-skilled assigned work.
• Work alone on energized conductors up to 480 volts during later training; perform less complicated work on higher voltages under a Lineman’s immediate supervision.
• Perform the full range of skilled Lineman duties during the proficiency-attainment period, accompanied and supervised by a fully skilled Lineman when working above 480 volts; work alone on less-complex conductor work at all voltages as permitted.
• Perform more difficult work under a foreman’s direct but not constant supervision in preparation for examination.
• Complete the apprentice program examination, which may include oral, written, or practical demonstration components.
• Follow safety rules and use appropriate protective equipment to protect self, crew members, and the public; exercise care with company- or customer-owned equipment.
• Respond promptly to regular call-outs and maintain punctual and reliable attendance.
• Use initiative and judgment within established policies and procedures; prudently use and care for vehicles, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships and communicate effectively with employees and the public, including requesting service-wire outages when needed.

Benefits

• Annual incentive payments based on company performance, subject to management discretion.
• Benefits are available to regular full-time employees; details are provided on the company’s Benefits & Perks Page.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED