Apprentice Lineman

Alaska Power & Telephone Company; Skagway (AK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical travel reimbursement

Employee stock ownership

FR gear allowance

401K

Job summary

Alaska Power & Telephone Company in Skagway, Alaska invites applications for an Apprentice Lineman. You will begin a structured apprenticeship, learning to design and construct distribution circuits, perform maintenance, and respond to outages with safety as a priority.

Ideal candidates are at least 18 years old, possess a HS diploma or GED, and can obtain a Class A CDL. This on-site role offers career growth, competitive hourly pay, and a strong community-focused work environment in Southeast

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be physically capable of performing essential functions.
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing and may be subject to random testing.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Class A CDL.

Responsibilities

• Design and construction of distribution circuits and maintenance.
• Respond to emergency outage calls during off-hours.
• Safely operate vehicles to and from generation sites.
• Travel to various locations in Alaska as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Physical capability

18+ years

Must pass drug testing

CDL driving

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Class A CDL

Job description

AP&T has a full-time opening for an Apprentice Lineman in our Skagway, Alaska service area. Join an employee-owned utility where your work directly supports resilient communities while providing the opportunity to experience some of the most spectacular landscapes and outdoor adventures in North America.

Why Skagway?

If you're looking for more than just a job, Southeast Alaska offers an unmatched quality of life for outdoor enthusiasts, families, and those seeking adventure.

Skagway, Alaska

Famous for its Gold Rush history, Skagway combines frontier charm with stunning natural beauty. Residents enjoy:

• Direct access to hiking, camping, and mountain recreation
• Scenic drives and routes through Alaska and Canada
• Opportunities for fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing
• A vibrant summer tourism season with a welcoming community atmosphere
• Incredible views of glaciers, fjords, and rugged coastal mountains

Skagway provides a unique blend of history, adventure, and year-round outdoor opportunities.

Live the Alaska Adventure

Working in Southeast Alaska means your days off can include exploring glaciers, hiking mountain trails, fishing for salmon and halibut, kayaking pristine waterways, or simply enjoying some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. Whether you're seeking adventure, a slower pace of life, or the opportunity to raise a family in a safe and welcoming community, Skagway offers experiences that few places can match.

At AP&T, as an Apprentice Lineman, you'll work toward obtaining your journeyman qualifications and help build and maintain critical electrical infrastructure while enjoying a career that supports both professional growth and an extraordinary Alaska lifestyle.

The starting rate of pay range for this position is $35.11/hour with progressive wage increases as outline in the Apprenticeship Program.

As an Apprentice Lineman you follow a structured Apprenticeship Program that combines hands-on work with related technical training.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and construction of distribution and transmission circuits, storm damage repairs, crew safety, meter reading
• Safely troubleshoot problems with electrical components (Voltages from 2,400 - 34,500)
• Must be able to respond to emergency outage calls during off-working hours
• Ability to inspect, maintain, operate all motor & commercial vehicles safely in accordance with all applicable laws to and from the various generation sites, day or night
• Ability to travel to various locations in Alaska to perform required duties
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have H.S. Diploma or GED.
• Must not be less than 18 years of age.
• Must be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the Apprenticeship Program without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a Class A CDL driver’s license and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Federal Driver Regulations.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment check and drug testing. May be subject to random testing without notice.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB:

• Must be able to safely lift up to 70lbs on a regular basis
• Must be able to see a full spectrum of color
• Position requires frequent walking, standing, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, crawling, speaking, hearing, seeing, depth perception, color vision, stooping, kneeling, crouching, balancing, and reaching/working overhead.
• This position requires work inside and outside in conditions inherent to an industrial environment.
• The position requires wearing PPE and you must refrain from wearing loose clothing.
• Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to climb poles and ladders.
• Must be capable of working out of a bucket truck.
• Must be able to safely climb poles and work at heights up to 80 feet.

AP&T offers a generous benefit package including (but not limited) to medical, dental, vision, 401K, (plus more) a $5,000 annual medical travel reimbursement, up to $125 annual medivac insurance reimbursement and employee stock ownership options, and $200 annually in company logowear as well as an FR gear allowance. Recognition of our employees is important to AP&T's values. We like to continuously show appreciation and recognition within our teams. AP&T is a small employee-owned utility serving over 40 communities and villages.

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AP&T is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities. We are a Drug & Alcohol-Free Workplace.