Entry Level Distribution Line Apprentice 1 (IBEW 962) - North & South Carolina (Multiple Locations)

Full-time - Entry Level

Greensboro, NC

Utilities

About the position

The Entry Level Distribution Line Apprentice position at Duke Energy is designed for individuals looking to start a career in the electric utility industry. This role involves learning the operations of the distribution system, including the installation and repair of electrical equipment, while adhering to safety protocols. Apprentices will gain hands-on experience and be required to be on-call, working various shifts, including nights and weekends, to support service delivery during emergencies and planned outages.

Responsibilities

• Installs and repairs electrical equipment such as street lighting and load control devices.
• Constructs overhead and underground distribution lines based on engineering specifications, including setting poles, pulling cable, and setting transformers.
• Installs equipment such as transformers, capacitors, regulators, load control devices, meters, and street lights.
• Maintains and repairs equipment; performs preventative maintenance using test equipment such as volt and amp meters.
• Responds to trouble calls when equipment fails or electrical service is interrupted.
• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to successfully complete the Virtual Assessment for Lineworkers (VAL).
• Ability to successfully complete Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
• Ability to obtain Class A commercial driver's license (CDL).
• DOT Physical and Certification.
• Respirator Clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Certificate from Lineman's Training School or currently enrolled.
• Certificate from Technical School Line program or currently enrolled.
• Military experience.
• Experience in the electric utility industry.
• Training and/or work experience with climbing different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.).
• Previous work experience or training working near power lines and electricity.
• Experience with responding to natural disasters or emergency situations.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance provided.