Apprentice

Job Title: Apprentice 1st Year - 3rd Year

This position will be filled as an Apprentice 1st Year - 3rd Year depending on experience. 

APPRENTICE 1st YEAR:

 A. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Under close supervision, as an apprentice in training, must be willing and able to perform the less difficult tasks and assist others in high and low voltage line work involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution conductors, structures, underground systems, and related equipment, andbe qualifiedto dothe following and relatedwork as assigned:

1. Use pole climbing equipment and have ability to handle self on pole in safe and efficient manner.

2. Handle poles, install poles, and assist in the erection of steel, wood and other structures, including foundations.

3. Make up and install guys and install secondaries.

4. Connect services on energized conductors up to 600 volts.

5. Install secondary racks and clevis, anchors, miscellaneous hardware, grounds, fittings for vertical type construction, buss supports, and conductors on dead circuits.

6. Perform simple transmission and distribution switching (qualified lineman assistance).

7. Tie knots and splice rope.

8. Assist in trimming trees.

9. Assist qualified lineman or mechanic in simple routine inspection and maintenance.

10. Assist in the installation of all types of conduit systems.

11. Assist in the handling, moving and installation of all transmission, distribution and plant equipment, machinery, etc.

12. Prepare reports and records.

13. Read and understand job drawings and maps and assist with Job Hazard Assessment.

14. Operate Company’s vehicles and equipment

B. EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

An Apprentice Lineman during the first three months in classification shall not work on circuits or equipment energized at more than 600 volts. 

1. During the second three months apprenticeship, the apprentice may be allowed to perform structure inspections provided the following conditions are met:

a) Energized primary circuits shall be properly covered, and shall not be within casual reach.

b) Energized transmission circuits must have a phase spacing no less than fifteen feet.

c) Inspection does not require apprentice to cross from one pole in structure to another.

d) Structure maintenance is not required.

2. During the last six months of apprenticeship, the apprentice is allowed to assist a qualified lineman in covering and working all voltages. The qualified lineman shall be on the pole, structure, work board, or in an aerial basket participating in the work if the voltage is above 600 volts. The apprentice may also be allowed to assist a qualified lineman in hot stick work. The apprentice may also be allowed to assist a qualified lineman in doing such tasks as pole wrapping, static replacement, etc. Note: Regardless of what step the apprentice may be in their classification, any assignment must first be discussed, and both the apprentice and theirSupervisor must be confident that it can be done safely. Line and equipment must be grounded to be considered de-energized.

3. Learn Company’s safety rules, and be willing and able to administer all approved methods of resuscitation, and be willing and able to render practicalfirstaid.

4. Know the location of, and be willing and able to operate, all the firefighting equipment. Know what kind of equipment to use on electrical, oil, and other fires.

5. Hold a current Class A CDL license or be willing and able to obtain one prior to progressing to Apprentice 2nd Year.

6. Haveknowledge of line and substation material and useof line and substation construction tools and equipment.

C. PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be willing and able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

D. PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents.

2. Be willing and able to attend and take part in safety meetings.

3. Be willing and able to work under unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job. Job No. UX3140 13

4. Be willing and able to receive and transmit orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence of both superiors and subordinates.

5. Be especially neat, clean and orderly inwork and person.

6. Be willing and able to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner.

7. Understand importance of always rendering and maintaining firstclass, courteous service to all customers. 

APPRENTICE 2nd YEAR:

A. JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Under close supervision, must know, understand and be willing and able to apply all applicable Company construction specifications in order to perform the less complicated tasks on high and low voltage line work involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution conductors, structures and equipment, assist in the installation and removal of electric meters, services and related equipment on customers' premises, connect and disconnect service at the pole, locate and repair all types of breaks in the electric transmission and distribution system, answer electric trouble calls to customers' premises, and be qualified to do the following and related work as assigned:

1. Install crossarms, secondary racks and clevis, anchors and guys, and install hardware and fittings for vertical type construction, including conductors, single phase transformers, lightning arresters, grounds, cutouts, etc., on dead circuits.

2. Trim trees.

3. Under close supervision may be allowed to cover and work energized circuits when they and their supervisor are confident that this can be done safely.

4. Assist in the installation, maintenance and repair of street lighting equipment and fixtures.

5. Direct work of helpers and apprentices as required.

6. Refuse transformers and circuit breakers and check grounds.

7. Inspect meters and meter loops for irregularities.

8. Prepare records and reports.

9. Check customer's wiring for accidental ground.

10. Check installation for proper secondary ground.

11. Replace fuses on customer's premises.

12. Execute non-payment disconnects.

13. Operate Company's vehicles and equipment.

14. Assist qualified serviceman, lineman, or others in working on energized conductors up to 5,000 over 600 volts.

15. Handle and work from ladders.

16. Assist in the installation, maintenance and repair of street lighting equipment and fixtures.

17. Assist in the installation and removal of temporary wiring for equipment.

18. Read meters, install and remove secondary meters and services.

19. Make secondary load and voltage checks, setting of recording meters and change charts.

B. EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must have worked for at least one year, and qualified, as an Apprentice 1st Year – Line Department or have had equivalent experience in related work, having all the qualifications of the previous classifications.

2. Know Company’s safety rules, and be willing and able to administer all approved methods of resuscitation, and be willing and able to render practical first aid.

3. Know the location of, and be willing and able to operate all of the firefighting equipment. Know what kind of equipment to use on electrical, oil and other fires.

4. Hold a current Class A CDL license.

5. Know Company’s electrical and mechanical tagging rules.

6. Know city streets, and roads in rural sections.

7. Have thorough knowledge of city and state traffic laws.

8. Have a thorough knowledge of Company regulations and state laws governing disconnects for nonpayment, repossession of merchandise, and diversion of current.

9. Have general knowledge of electric circuits and equipment.

10. Be familiar with Company's rules and regulations applying to service and meter installations, Underwriters' National Electrical Code and any state or local regulations governing electrical wiring as pertains to service and meter installations.

11. Be willing and able to read and understand simple wiring diagrams and blueprints job packet content.

C. PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:  1. Must be willing and able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

D. PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents.

2. Be willing and able to attend and take part in safety meetings.

3. Be willing and able to work under unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.

4. Be willing and able to receive and transmit orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence of both superiors and subordinates.

5. Be especially neat, clean and orderly in work and person.

6. Be willing and able to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner.

7. Understand importance of always rendering and maintaining first class, courteous service to all customers.

APPRENTICE 3rd YEAR:

A. JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Under close and/or directive supervision, and following prescribed routine and instructions as to methods and working details of average difficulty and importance, must know, understand and be willing and able to apply all applicable Company construction specifications in order to perform the less complicated tasks on high and low voltage line work involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution conductors, structures and equipment, with some latitude for planning or laying out of working details, must be willing and able to perform tasks of average difficulty involved in the installation and removal of electric meters, services and related equipment on customer's premises, connect and disconnect service at the pole, locate and repair all types of breaks in the electric transmission and distribution system, answer electric trouble calls to customer's premises and be qualified to do the following and related work as assigned:

1. Use hot line tools under close supervision of qualified workman.

2. Under close and/or directive supervision may be allowed to cover and work energized circuits when they and their supervisor are confident that this can be done safely.

3. Fuse transformers and sectionalizing fuses.

4. String, sag and tie in conductors on dead lines of all classes.

5. Installall types of transformer installations, make tap changes and install primary metering equipment under supervision of qualified workman.

6. Install, maintain, and repair street lighting equipment and fixtures.

7. Assist in making aerial and submarine cable installations, including the making of joints and installing potheads.

8. Assist in the installation of pole type regulators and transformers to boost or buck line voltage.

9. Assist in phasing and checking rotation in circuits direct and with potential transformers.

10. Assist in erecting and maintaining steel towers and outdoor substations.

11. Assist in receiving blocks.

12. Direct work of helpers, apprentices, and underclassmen as required.

13. Work energized conductors on simple structures, up to and including 5,000 volts over 600 volts.

14. Run services, install and remove all types of secondary meters and related equipment.

15. Replace fuse links in outdoor type cutouts, and transformers.

16. Install, maintain, and repair street lighting equipment and fixtures.

17. Assist qualified workman in the installation and removal of transformers on energized circuits.

18. Install and remove temporary wiring for equipment.

19. Assist in load and voltage checks on distribution transformers.

20. Assist in checking phase sequence and rotations.

21. Install all types of transformer installations, primary metering equipment, and make tap changes under supervision of qualified workman.

22. Read and check all types of meters and change graphic charts.

23. Give service and meter locations.

24. Plan and lay out work in a safe and efficient manner. 

B. EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must have worked for at least one year, and qualified, as a Apprentice 2nd Year, or have had equivalent experience in related work, having all qualifications of the previous classifications.

2. Know Company’s safety rules, and be willing and able to administer all approved methods of resuscitation, and be willing and able to render practical first aid on or off the ground.

3. Know the location of, and be willing and able to operate, all of the firefighting equipment. Know what kind of equipment to use on electrical, oil and other fires.

4. Hold a current Class A CDL license.

5. Know Company’s electrical and mechanical tagging rules.

6. Be willing and able to read and understand simple wiring diagrams and blueprints.

7. Know city streets, and roads in rural sections.

8. Have thorough knowledge of city and state traffic laws.

9. Have a thorough knowledge of Company regulations and state laws governing disconnects for nonpayment, repossession of merchandise, and diversion of current.

10. Have elementary working knowledge of electrical fundamentals.

11. Be familiar with Company's rules and regulations applying to service and meter installations, Underwriters' National Electrical Code, and any state or local regulations governing electrical wiring as pertains to service and meter installations.

12. Be willing and able to read and understand wiring diagrams and blueprints job packet content.

13. Know Company's electrical and mechanical tagging rules.

14. Have general knowledge of layout and characteristics of the distribution system in the area assigned.

15. Be willing and able to perform routine operations of moderate complexity and variety.

C. PHYSCAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be willing and able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

D. PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents.

2. Be willing and able to attend and take part in safety meetings.

3. Be willing and able to work under unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.

4. Be willing and able to receive and transmit orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence of both superiors and subordinates.

5. Be especially neat, clean and orderly in work and person.

6. Be willing and able to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner.

7. Understand importance of always rendering and maintaining first class, courteous service to all customers.

8. First class, courteous service to all customers. 

Primary Location: Texas-Port Arthur
Job Function: Field & Skilled Trade
FLSA Status: [[customString3]]
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Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 124104
Travel Percentage:Up to 25%

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In addition to EEI testing there is also Fit-for-Duty testing which will identify and assess the abilities and skills needed for certain jobs. If this position does require Fit-for-Duty testing, the type of test will be located under the qualifications section of the job posting.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.