Apprentice Power Line Technician

Cleco Corporation • Patterson, LA

286d

About The Position

We're committed to being the clean energy leader in Louisiana. By investing in renewables like solar and utilizing carbon capture and sequestration technology to make our air cleaner, we're in this for the long haul, because our state and future generations depend on it. Come be a part of our journey at Cleco where we're Energizing Your Tomorrow. Role Purpose: Under direct supervision the Power Line Technician - Apprentice assists in safely constructing, operating, inspecting and maintaining Cleco's distribution system, equipment and facilities in accordance with distribution operations practices and service restoration all while maintaining customer satisfaction. Cleco's Power Line Technician - Apprentice are expected to learn industry and Cleco standard work practices from senior staff as well as through on the job and formal Cleco training.

Requirements

• Secondary/High School Diploma
• 0+ years of related experience
• Strong business acumen pertaining to the Utility industry
• Knowledge of leading practices for their practice area
• Planning and project management skills
• Willingness and ability to learn new technologies on the job
• Shall obtain CDL Drivers Licenses within first 6 months of employment; then, maintain at all times.

Responsibilities

• Champions a corporate culture that emphasizes transparency, integrity, safety, environmental responsibility, employee development, diversity and inclusion, customer service, and operational excellence.
• Compliant with safety rules, procedures & regulations and positive safety observations.
• Attend and actively participate in safety meetings.
• Under direct supervision, demonstrates capacity to learn and perform all aspects of line operations/construction activities safely and efficiently as required by level of classification.
• Strive to provide reliable service and maintain customer satisfaction.
• Completion of job assignments in accordance with established Cleco policies, procedures and standards.
• Works safely, productively and within established Cleco quality procedures & standards for this position.
• Assists in the restoration, construction and maintenance of Cleco's overhead and underground distribution systems safely, efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Performs troubleshooting, requesting assistance when necessary, switching operations and service restoration to minimize CHO.
• Incorporate Human Performance (TOPI) in daily work routine.
• Good attendance record, including on time for regular work and scheduled overtime.
• Available for callout/emergencies.
• Willing to occasionally work away from normal work location for mutual assistance within Cleco and other electric utilities.
• Honestly and effectively communicates with managers, supervisors, leads, employees and customers, maintaining positive behavior.
• Promotes teamwork, supporting company initiatives and providing good customer satisfaction.
• Follows instructions and directions from Leads, Supervisors and Managers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: High school or GED