Apprentice

PowerGrid Services; Talladega (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerGrid Services in Alabama is seeking a lineworker to perform safe construction, maintenance, and repair on energized and de-energized conductors. You will learn to set poles, anchors, and understand grounding and wire stringing techniques.

You will work from an aerial device, in all weather, and in a team environment, or independently on de-energized lines. The role requires CDL A, First Aid, CPR, and the ability to pass safety and background checks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid CDL A license required.
• First Aid Certification required.
• CPR and pole top rescue competency required.
• Must pass drug, alcohol and background checks.
• Must pass a physical examination.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Work safely on construction, maintenance, or repair of energized and de-energized conductors.
• Capable of setting poles and anchors per safety specs.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools in good order.
• Learn distribution voltages and understanding of induced voltage.
• Read blueprints and assist in inspecting structural problems.
• Work from an aerial device and in all weather conditions.
• Collaborate with team or work independently on de-energized lines.
• Assist with wire stringing techniques and pole framing.
• Capable of installing compression connections and performing basic bucket rescue.
• Understand grounding procedures and equipment setup.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Team collaboration

Able to work at heights

Basic linework understanding

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CDL A

Job description

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work of energized and de-energized conductors. Capable setting poles and anchors according to safety policies and specifications.


• Maintains company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.


• Capable of learning distribution voltages on a circuit. Must be familiar with induced voltage.


• Capable of learning to understand and read blueprints. Capable of assisting with inspecting and recognizing structural problems.


• Able to work productively from an aerial device.


• Able and willing to function within a team environment and share knowledge with fellow crew members as appropriate.


• Able to work alone on de-energized lines. Capable of obtaining knowledge of wire stringing techniques.


• Capable of learning and understanding how to sag wire from structure or bucket.


• Able to assist with assembly and erect poles to all heights. Able to assist in framing and setting most basic line structures. Able to assist in framing a de-energized pole structure in the air.


• Able to assist with installing all types of compression connections.


• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.


• Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up. Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods, covers and PPE.


• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.


• Understands how to tie various lineman knots. Capable of creating and using a hand line.


• Understands grounding procedures. Understands principles of proper equipment set-up.


• Able to identify different types of materials used in line work.


• Understands flag and tag procedures.


• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape


• All other duties as required.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work of energized and de-energized conductors. Capable setting poles and anchors according to safety policies and specifications.


• Maintains company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.


• Capable of learning distribution voltages on a circuit. Must be familiar with induced voltage.


• Capable of learning to understand and read blueprints. Capable of assisting with inspecting and recognizing structural problems.


• Able to work productively from an aerial device.


• Able and willing to function within a team environment and share knowledge with fellow crew members as appropriate.


• Able to work alone on de-energized lines. Capable of obtaining knowledge of wire stringing techniques.


• Capable of learning and understanding how to sag wire from structure or bucket.


• Able to assist with assembly and erect poles to all heights. Able to assist in framing and setting most basic line structures. Able to assist in framing a de-energized pole structure in the air.


• Able to assist with installing all types of compression connections.


• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.


• Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up. Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods, covers and PPE.


• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.


• Understands how to tie various lineman knots. Capable of creating and using a hand line.


• Understands grounding procedures. Understands principles of proper equipment set-up.


• Able to identify different types of materials used in line work.


• Understands minimum approach distance.


• Understands flag and tag procedures.


• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape


• All other duties as required.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.


• Valid CDL A is required.


• First Aid Certification is required.


• Competency in CPR and pole top rescue is required.


• Must be able to pass drug, alcohol, and background checks.


• Must be able to pass a physical examination.


• Able and willing to travel long distances on short notice.


• Able and willing to work for extended periods in various locations.


• Able and willing to work in all types of weather environments including inclement weather.


• Able and willing to work overtime when required.


• Understanding of the utility industry and operations.


• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.


• Excellent organization and time management skills.


• High level of professionalism and integrity.


• Excellent leadership and management skills.


• Ability to make decisions.


• Ability to process and analyze data.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed outside in all types of weather environments.


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.


• Ability to bend, climb, stoop, stand, and lift for long periods of time.


• Substantial movements of the hands, wrists, and/or fingers.


• Required to have close visual acuity to perform job duties.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.