Apprentice through 1st Class Lineworker in Rutland

Green Mountain Power•Rutland Town, VT

21h•$39 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

The Lineworker Apprentice position develops the technical skills needed to construct, install, and maintain underground and overhead high- and low-voltage electric distribution systems. The work is varied, applies basic knowledge of electricity, and is performed under immediate supervision in compliance with established policies, procedures, and regulations. The apprentice contributes as a team member to line construction and maintenance, including work on lines, transformers, associated equipment, and meters. The role includes an approved apprentice training program and company study requirements, with timely completion of required reports. The position is accountable for completing assigned transmission and distribution operations, repair, and maintenance work and developing the skills to advance to the next classification. The standard workday is 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Scheduled and unscheduled overtime, after-hours on-call duty, and weekend work may be required for emergencies and service restoration. The employee must live within 35 minutes of the assigned district office under normal driving conditions.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment maintenance principles, including safety and regulatory requirements.
Basic knowledge of hazardous material handling requirements and environmental regulations related to maintenance and operation of transmission and distribution facilities.
Valid Vermont driver's license and a driving record suitable for insurability.
Complete a Class A Commercial Driver's License within 180 days after hire.
Written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
Math skills, including algebra, and computer skills, including MS Office Suite, CAD, and Oracle Time Entry.
Advance to T&D Lineworker Class 1 within 4.5 years upon starting in the Apprentice Step 3 role.
Ability to serve and satisfy internal and external customers and advocate for strong customer service.
Knowledge normally acquired through completion of a Lineworker College certificate program or equivalent related experience.
Ability to live within 35 minutes of the assigned district office under normal driving conditions.
Ability to perform difficult manual tasks required to operate the transmission and distribution system.
Ability to routinely push, pull, or carry objects weighing up to 120 pounds and lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds above the head.
Ability to work at heights exceeding 100 feet and in outdoor conditions that may include extreme heat or cold, moisture, traffic, uneven or slippery terrain, and unsafe environments near rivers.

Responsibilities

Assist a team in constructing, installing, and maintaining overhead and underground lines, transformers, and associated equipment, including setting and removing meters.
Safely climb poles and work at heights.
Dig pole and anchor holes; assist with setting, removing, loading, unloading, transporting, and framing poles.
Maintain distribution and service poles and de-energized attachments.
Install cross-arms, secondary racks and devices, anchors, guys, and hardware and fittings for vertical construction, including insulators.
Perform minor vehicle maintenance and contact the Lead Mechanic to schedule routine or major vehicle maintenance and repairs.
Enroll in, make satisfactory progress in, and complete the state-approved Apprentice Line Maintainer training program and equivalent company study and educational requirements.
Complete appropriate reports in a timely manner.
Act safely and courteously in a way that supports good public relations.
Complete assignments related to transmission and distribution operations, repair, and maintenance, and develop skills to advance to the next T&D Linework classification.
Perform assigned restoration activities during emergencies and service restoration situations, including after-hours and weekend work.