Apprentice Lineman: Electric Distribution & Field Work

Covington Electric Cooperative, Inc.; Enterprise (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Covington Electric Cooperative, Inc. is seeking two Apprentice Linemen for the Sanford and Enterprise offices. The role involves construction/maintenance of distribution lines, operating bucket trucks, and following electrical safety protocols.

CDL Class A with air/power brake certification is required within six months; 1–3 years' distribution experience is preferred. Willingness to relocate is encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; CDL Class A with air/power brake certification within six months.
• 1–3 years of experience in electric distribution/construction preferred, or equivalent education/training.
• Knowledge of electrical safety codes (NESC, RUS, OSHA) and lineworker basics.
• Experience reading staking sheets and work orders for new services or retirements.
• Willingness to live/relocate to the service area and participate in training.

Responsibilities

• Construct and maintain distribution lines and services, energized or de-energized as needed.
• Install transformers, equipment, and voltage regulators per RUS specs.
• Operate bucket trucks and heavy equipment for pole setting and URD cable work.
• Perform emergency maintenance, bypass regulators, and respond to trouble calls.
• Work overtime as required and participate in stand-by rotations.

Skills

Read staking sheets

Read and interpret work orders

Electrical safety knowledge

Willing to relocate

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL Class A with air/power brake

Tools

Bucket trucks

Digger/Derrick trucks

Trencher

Job description

Covington Electric Cooperative, Inc. is seeking two Apprentice Linemen for the Sanford and Enterprise offices. The role involves construction/maintenance of distribution lines, operating bucket trucks, and following electrical safety protocols.

CDL Class A with air/power brake certification is required within six months; 1–3 years' distribution experience is preferred. Willingness to relocate is encouraged.