Apprentice

Entergy Corporation; Little Rock (AR); Sur place; USD 30 000 - 47 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Entergy Arkansas, LLC is seeking an Apprentice across multiple years to learn and perform essential lineworker tasks under supervision. The role covers pole installation, basic distribution work, and assisting qualified personnel across energized and de-energized circuits.

The position requires safety orientation, willingness to work in varying conditions, and potential travel up to 25%. Training opportunities aim to develop skills from first year through mastery over time.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Lineworker Training program OR prior demonstrated linework experience.
• Willingness to perform essential functions with safety as priority.
• Able to operate basic job equipment and tools under supervision.

Responsabilités

• Use pole climbing equipment and work on poles safely.
• Assist in erection of wood and steel structures and foundations.
• Prepare reports and records related to the work.
• Operate Company trucks and vehicles, and obtain/maintain a Class A CDL.
• Assist in trimming trees and in routine inspection/maintenance.

Connaissances

Pole climbing

Safety awareness

Truck operation

CDL Class A

Team collaboration

Documentation

Formation

Lineworker training program

Description du poste

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Company: Entergy

Job Title: Apprentice

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Arkansas, LLC

***This posting is for a potential future opening(s) with Entergy. This posting is to build a candidate pool, should the opening(s) become available.***

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

APPRENTICE 1ST YEAR

• 1. Use pole climbing equipment and have ability to handle self on pole in safe and efficient manner.
• 2. Handle poles, install poles, assist in the erection of wood and steel 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. Operate Company’s trucks and automobiles.
• 14. Obtain/Maintain a valid Class A CDL.

APPRENTICE 2ND YEAR

• 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.
• 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.

APPRENTICE 3RD YEAR

• 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. Install all 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.

APPRENTICE 4TH YEAR

• 1. Use hot line tools.
• 2. Work on all types of conductors.
• 3. Install all types of transformer installations, make tap changes and install primary metering equipment.
• 4. Locate trouble and restore service on all classes of lines, substations, sectionalizing equipment, etc.
• 5. Make underground and submarine cable installations, including the making of joints and installation of potheads.
• 6. Install pole type regulators and transformers to boost or buck line voltage.
• 7. Phase and check rotation in circuits direct and with potential transformers.
• 8. Make field tests of distribution transformers.
• 9. Check for ground faults on circuits or equipment.
• 10. Erect and maintain steel towers and substations.
• 11. Direct work of assistants, instruct and train other employees.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

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

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents.
• Be willing and able to attend and take part in safety meetings.
• Be willing and able to work under unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.
• 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.
• Be especially neat, clean and orderly in work and person.
• Be willing and able to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner.
• Understand importance of always rendering and maintaining first class, courteous service to all customers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Apprentice 4th Year: 4+ years demonstrated linework experience required.
• Apprentice 3rd Year: 3+ years demonstrated linework experience required.
• Apprentice 2nd Year: 2+ years demonstrated linework experience required.
• Apprentice 1st Year: Completion of an accredited Lineworker Training program OR prior demonstrated linework experience required.

As a condition of employment this position requires a pre-employment Fitness for Duty exam.

This position is designated as a SafetySensitive position and is subject to mandatory pre-employment and random drug testing.

Primary Location: Arkansas-Little RockArkansas : Jacksonville || Arkansas : Little Rock
Job Function: Field & Skilled Trade
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code:
Number of Openings: 10
Req ID: 125504
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. see statements below.

EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf.

Additional Responsibilities: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.

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please [e-mail] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

SHL Testing:

As part of our hiring process, you may be asked to complete one or more SHL assessments. These are designed to give you a chance to show your strengths, skills, and potential in a fair, consistent way. They help us understand how your abilities and working style align with the role, so we can make hiring decisions based on objective, job-relevant information.

In addition to SHL 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.

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.