Apprentice Lineman

Ameren; Jacksonville (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive payments

Job summary

Ameren Illinois is seeking an Apprentice Lineman in training to join a line construction crew and gain hands-on experience toward becoming a Journeyman Lineman. The program lasts about three years, starting on unenergized circuits and progressing to energized work with supervision.

Candidates must meet education requirements, pass the EEI CAST Test, complete a 3-day evaluation, and obtain a Class A CDL. Punctuality, reliability, and a positive attitude are essential for field readiness and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Pass the EEI CAST Test.
• Complete and pass a 3-day evaluation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Class A CDL.

Responsibilities

• Work in a line construction or maintenance crew as an Apprentice Lineman for up to three years.
• Advance to Journeyman Lineman through apprentice curriculum.
• Perform duties under supervision and then independently as skills are demonstrated.
• Work on energized circuits up to 480 volts with safety supervision.
• Follow safety rules and cooperate with team and public.

Skills

Punctuality

Reliable attendance

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EEI CAST Test

3-day evaluation

Class A CDL

Job description

About Ameren Illinois

Ameren Illinois provides electric transmission and distribution service and natural gas distribution service. Every day, we deliver electricity to 1.2 million electric and 816,000 natural gas customers in central and southern Illinois. We deliver safe, reliable energy to more than 1,200 communities.

DUTIES:

• Under immediate supervision; working in a line construction or maintenance crew in the capacity of a lineman in training for advancement to Journeyman Lineman, to receive instructions and perform work involving such practice in preparation for such skilled duty, over a three-year period
• To advance in such work in accordance with Apprentice Lineman Agreement and apprentice curriculum, initially on unenergized circuits, and later on energized circuits ranging progressively from lower to maximum voltage
• To perform such work under the immediate supervision of a Lineman initially, and then independently after ability to perform each phase of the work skillfully and safely has been demonstrated
• To do similar and less skilled work as assigned.

In this connection to perform details of work, such as:

• During the initial period, make up or assemble line materials, hardware or pole fixtures
• climb poles and assist Lineman as directed on services, secondaries, and unenergized conductors or higher voltage rating
• perform any groundwork normally performed by a Lineman.
• Later, continue the work of the first period, and in addition, to work alone on energized conductors ranging to 480 volt
• Perform less complicated work on higher voltages under the immediate supervision of a Lineman.
• Perform all the full range of duties of a skilled Lineman as a rounding out and proficiency attainment period, continuing under the immediate supervision of and accompanied by a fully skilled Lineman while working on voltages above 480 volts.
• May work alone on conductors of all voltages involving work of a less complex nature
• Under the direct but not constant supervision of a foreman, perform work on more difficult work in order to prepare for examination.

At the end of the Apprentice Program, an Apprentice Lineman must successfully complete an examination, either oral, written, or practical demonstration, or selected features of all these.

SPECIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for adherence to safety rules and the use of appropriate protective equipment to ensure their own safety, fellow crew members, and the public; for exercising care when working with Company or customer-owned equipment.
• Availability for and timely response to call-outs on a regular basis and predictable and reliable attendance are conditions for satisfactory job performance.
• Use initiative and judgment within established policy and procedural guidelines.
• For prudent use and care for vehicles, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other employees and the general public.
• Communicate effectively in writing, orally, electronically and with others to assimilate, understand, and convey information, in a manner consistent with job functions

CONTACTS:

With the public when requesting outages on service wires in order that certain work may be done, such as transferring from old to new poles or reversing outlets.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposed to outside weather exposure conditions; infrequently, called upon to work at night, under inadequate artificial light and at times in rain, sleet or snow; subject to storm work in emergencies during any period of the 24-hour cycle; subject to cramped or crowded positions and at times slippery or uneven footing.

HAZARDS:

Subject to hazards of street traffic about work location; to some danger of burns or shocks while working around steam and electric mains and services and to the hazards of hauling heavy materials such as poles. Also, subject to minor cuts, bruises and scratches, resulting from working with and around rough tools and materials; at times to some minor risk of injury from falls, or from falling or dropping objects; at times, some risk of cave-ins while working in trenches.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successfully pass the EEI C.A.S.T. Test
• Complete and pass a 3-day evaluation
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Class A CDL
• Must be punctual, have reliable attendance, and possess a positive attitude.

There is a 25-mile domicile requirement.

Hourly Pay:

Grade Step BC 004 Step 1 of 1 (Top Step) - 43.80 USD

Position is eligible for annual incentive payments based on company performance and subject to sole management discretion. Visit our Benefits & Perks Page for more information on benefits provided to regular full-time employees.

If end date is listed, the posting will come down at 12:00 am on that date:

Thursday October 29, 2026

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.