Apprentice Lineworker / Journeyman Lineworker - Meridian

Southern Company • Meridian, MS

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About The Position

This position will be filled as a Journeyman Lineman or Apprentice Lineman depending on the applicant’s qualifications. This position is responsible for working in a line crew on overhead and underground construction and maintenance of distribution systems. This position is responsible for responding to and correcting problems with the electrical distribution system during normal working hours, after hours, nights, weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• Must pass or have passed the Construction and Skills Trade Test (CAST) in order to be considered
• Must currently have or possess the ability to obtain a valid Mississippi Commercial Drivers license within 6 months of employment
• Must maintain weight to comply with equipment manufacturer's restrictions
• Must be available for call out overtime work, scheduled overtime work, and overnight travel as needed
• Availability for timely response to call outs are required
• The successful applicant must currently live within or be willing to relocate to within a 30 minute commute from the assigned headquarters office. No relocation assistance available.

Nice To Haves

• In order for the applicant to be hired as a journeyman lineman, 5 years distribution line crew experience is preferred.
• Candidates should have a comprehensive knowledge of customer relation skills and the ability to think clearly and make logical decisions under pressure.
• Average or above average computer skills are desired.
• Working knowledge of electricity and the maintenance of electrical lines is necessary.
• Ability to operate machinery and vehicles, use basic hand tools, the ability to work at heights, climb tall structures, read blueprints, lift, carry and pull heavy objects.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions and work in enclosed, dark areas
• Work methods must adhere to all safe work practices and must possess the ability to build solid interpersonal relationships with other employees

Responsibilities

• Candidate must safely perform any work normally or reasonably required in this classification.
• This position builds, maintains, inspects, trouble-shoots, replaces, and repairs distribution power lines, poles, and related equipment according to Company specifications and manufacturer's recommendations.
• Successful candidate will review work orders and determine material needed to complete jobs; along with being able to safely load wire coils, poles, equipment, and materials onto trucks.
• Candidate is responsible for using hand tools to assemble materials, connectors, brackets, and other equipment in preparation for installation on pole-lines or underground systems.
• This position frequently works aerially from a ladder, lift bucket, and pole-climbing tools to remove/replace/repair equipment.
• Successful candidate must climb utility poles and other structures.
• This position is responsible for cleaning and maintaining tools/trucks.
• Successful candidate must maintain regular attendance and comply with all safety procedures, practices and requirements.
• Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in person, by radio, and by phone to various company personnel in the normal course of duties.
• If this position is filled as an apprentice, the applicant will complete a prescribed Journeyman Development Program.

Benefits

• Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being.
• This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s).
• A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf
• Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed