NLC Meridian Class 2602 Groundman/Pre-Apprentice Grad Opportunity

Quanta Services•Caldwell, ID

About The Position

Probst Electric Inc. is seeking applicants for its NLC Meridian Class 2602 Groundman/Pre-Apprentice graduate opportunity. Applicants may join a waiting list to hear about future opportunities on the lineman team, from pre-apprentice through journeyman. Eligible employees may pursue Probst Electric’s certified Lineman Apprenticeship program to attain a Journeyman’s License. The role supports construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical distribution and transmission systems. It requires full-time travel throughout the United States and work outdoors in varied weather conditions.

Requirements

Valid CDL and medical card; no exceptions.
Ability to travel throughout the United States; the position requires full-time travel.
Graduation from an accredited line school or equivalent verifiable experience.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to work long hours outdoors in all types of weather.
Ability to move or lift at least 50 pounds consistently.
Ability to pass pre-employment and other drug screening requirements.

Nice To Haves

Heavy equipment operator experience.
Crane certification.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair electrical distribution and transmission systems.
String wire conductors and cables.
Open switches or attach grounding devices to remove electrical hazards.
Climb poles or use truck-mounted buckets to access equipment.
Place insulating or fireproofing materials over conductors and joints.
Identify defective sectionalizing devices, circuit breakers, fuses, voltage regulators, transformers, switches, relays, or wiring using wiring diagrams and electrical-testing instruments.
Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
Locate underground services, such as pipes or wires, before beginning work.
Adhere to safety practices and procedures.
Excavate and drill holes.
Erect and maintain structures.
Perform right-of-way clearing and reclamation.
Read and interpret plans, instructions, and specifications to determine work activities.
Inspect and test power lines and auxiliary equipment.
Operate machinery such as track hoes, backhoes, digger derricks, lo-drills, air drills, forklifts, cranes, skid steers, line pullers, and line tensioners.
Perform other related duties as assigned.