Apprentice

Entergy Corporation; Madison (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities up to 25%

Safety-focused work environment

Job summary

Entergy Corporation is seeking an Apprentice to join their team in Madison, Mississippi. This exciting position involves practical training in high and low voltage line work, supporting the construction and maintenance of electric systems.

As an Apprentice, you will work closely under supervision while developing skills in linework and safety procedures. This role requires a willingness to learn and a commitment to safety in all work environments.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in high and low voltage line work on electric transmission and distribution systems.
• Use pole climbing equipment for safe access.
• Direct work of helpers or apprentices as required.
• Work under close supervision of qualified personnel.

Skills

Linework experience

Safety awareness

Equipment handling

Education

Completion of an accredited Lineworker Training program

Tools

Hot line tools

Pole climbing equipment

Job description

Job Title: Apprentice

Location: Madison, Mississippi, United States

Company: Entergy

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Mississippi, LLC

Job Summary

Under close supervision, apprentices in training perform 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.

Apprentice 1st Year

• Use pole climbing equipment and safely manage self on pole.
• Handle poles, install poles, assist in erection of wood and steel structures including foundations.
• Make up and install guys and install secondaries.
• Connect services on energized conductors up to 600 volts.
• Install secondary racks and clevis, anchors, miscellaneous hardware, grounds, fittings for vertical type construction, buss supports, and conductors on dead circuits.
• Perform simple transmission and distribution switching (qualified lineman assistance).
• Tie knots and splice rope.
• Assist in trimming trees.
• Assist qualified lineman or mechanic in simple routine inspection and maintenance.
• Assist in installation of all types of conduit systems.
• Assist in handling, moving and installation of all transmission, distribution and plant equipment, machinery, etc.
• Prepare reports and records.
• Operate Company’s trucks and automobiles.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Class A CDL.

Apprentice 2nd Year

• Install crossarms, secondary racks, clevis, anchors, and guys; install hardware and fittings for vertical type construction, including conductors, single phase transformers, lightning arresters, grounds, cutouts, etc., on dead circuits.
• Under close supervision may be allowed to cover and work energized circuits when safe.
• Assist in installation, maintenance and repair of street lighting equipment and fixtures.
• Direct work of helpers and apprentices as required.

Apprentice 3rd Year

• Use hot line tools under close supervision of qualified workman.
• Under close supervision may be allowed to cover and work energized circuits.
• Fuse transformers and sectionalizing fuses.
• String, sag and tie in conductors on dead lines of all classes.
• Install all types of transformer installations, make tap changes and install primary metering equipment under supervision of qualified workman.
• Install, maintain, and repair street lighting equipment and fixtures.
• Assist in making aerial and submarine cable installations, including the making of joints and installing potheads.
• Assist in the installation of pole type regulators and transformers to boost or buck line voltage.
• Assist in phasing and checking rotation in circuits direct and with potential transformers.
• Assist in erecting and maintaining steel towers and outdoor substations.
• Assist in receiving blocks.
• Direct work of helpers, apprentices, and underclassmen as required.

Apprentice 4th Year

• Use hot line tools.
• Work on all types of conductors.
• Install all types of transformer installations, make tap changes and install primary metering equipment.
• Locate trouble and restore service on all classes of lines, substations, sectionalizing equipment, etc.
• Make underground and submarine cable installations, including the making of joints and installation of potheads.
• Install pole type regulators and transformers to boost or buck line voltage.
• Phase and check rotation in circuits direct and with potential transformers.
• Make field tests of distribution transformers.
• Check for ground faults on circuits or equipment.
• Erect and maintain steel towers and substations.
• 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 a manner that inspires 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.

Pre‑employment Assessment – This position requires a pre‑employment Fitness for Duty exam and is a SafetySensitive position subject to mandatory pre‑employment and random drug testing.

Location Information – Primary locations include Madison, Brookhaven, Cleveland, Clinton, Jackson, Southaven, Vicksburg. Travel up to 25%.

Equal Opportunity Employer – The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including 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 protected characteristics. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

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