Apprentice - NON-UNION

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC•Elkins, WV

About The Position

The Apprentice Lineperson assists with installation, operation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground electrical power lines, distribution, substation facilities and systems. Pay: Competitive/Hourly (more detail during your interview process)

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Comfortable working with heights.
Able to: work with hands above head for extended periods of time.
Able to: walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material.
Able to: meet and maintain weight restrictions for bucket truck and other existing equipment as identified by truck manufacturer.
Able to: climb a power pole using climbing hooks and belt.
Able to: drive all vehicles assigned to the line crew, operate digger derrick to set poles, and use jackhammer, etc.
Able to: work long hours and overtime during holidays, emergencies, weekends, etc. Subject to call out work.
High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.
Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) required.

Responsibilities

Attends to service calls concerning power outages and electrical problems.
Receives training both in book/classroom skills and on the job skills. Must continue to pass ongoing training to proceed to higher skill/job levels.
Operates motorized equipment, use hand tools, and perform routine maintenance on electrical equipment, machinery, and tools.
Stocks and services vehicles to be equipped to respond to emergency situations.
Responds to emergency calls.