Helper - Journeyman Lineman

Entergy Corporation; Zachary (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy Louisiana, LLC is seeking a Helper to Journeyman Lineman in Zachary, LA. The role involves heavy exposure to transmission and distribution work, including transformer installations and hot line operations. Candidates must be able to read wiring diagrams and lead junior staff under supervision.

Experience levels vary from apprentice through journeyman, with strict safety and equipment requirements. A Class A CDL and strong physical stamina are essential assets for the position.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform the most complicated construction and maintenance work on dead or energized transmission and distribution systems.
• Have a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Perform transformer installations, phasing, and circuit checks.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams and blueprints for transmission and distribution work.
• Direct work of assistants, train new employees, and act as supervisor when allowed.
• Maintain safety rules and proper use of PPE; work up to 16 hours per day if required.

Job description

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Company: Entergy

Job Title: Helper - Journeyman Lineman

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Louisiana, LLC

Position will be filled as a Helper 1st year through Journeyman Linemen based on the experience of the selected candidate.

Job Qualifications
Under directive supervision, with some latitude for planning or laying out of working details, must be able to do the most complicated construction and maintenance work on dead or energized transmission and underground or overhead distribution conductors, structures and equipment, and be qualified to do the following and related work as assigned-Have equivalent experience in related work, having all the qualifications of a Apprentice 2nd Yearto Apprentice 4th Year.
-Make all types of transformer installations; do phasing and check rotation on circuits; trace and clear grounds and opens on series circuits.
-Do all classes of hot line tool work.
-Reeve blocks.
-Plan and lay out all work in a safe and efficient manner.
-Check, handle and be responsible for all material removed from and returned to stock, and prepare reports and records.
-Act in capacity of supervisor when authorized.
-Direct work of assistants, instruct and train new employees.

Experience and Special Qualifications
-Know Company's safety rules, and be able to administer all approved methods of resuscitation, and be able to render practical first aid on or off the ground.-Know the location of, and be able to operate, all of the firefighting equipment. Know what kind of equipment to use on electrical, oil and other fires.
-Maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License
-Have a thorough working knowledge of electric transmission and distribution circuits and related equipment including Switchman certification.
-Have thorough knowledge of hot line tools and their application.
-Be able to read and understand all wiring diagrams and blueprints as related to transmission and distribution construction and maintenance.
-Fully understand and be proficient in using technology needed to perform job such as computers, tablets and associated software.
-Accurately identify and record all changes to constructed jobs according to Company requirements.

Physical Qualifications
-Must have full use of mental and physical faculties.-Have strength and endurance adequate for arduous labor in all kinds of outdoor weather conditions.
-Be able to work at heights and close spaces.
-Good hand-eye coordination and physical dexterity.

Minimum experience required of the position:

• Helper – 1st YR. 0 year experience required
• Apprentice 1st YR. 0 to1 year experience required
• Apprentice II 2 years of experience required
• Apprentice III 3 years of experience required
• Apprentice IV 4 years of experience required
• Lineman I 2 years of experience required
• LinemanII 3 years of experience required
• Lineman III 4 years of experience required
• Journeyman 5 years of experience required

Company Testing

Successful completion of the EEI CAST TEST REQUIRED.

**Candidates selected to take the CAST Test will be invited via e-mail. If you are CAST Recommended, please note it on your resume.

Essential Functions of the Linemen Position

• Must be able to traverse uneven terrain (including, but not limited to, wet, muddy and/or slippery terrain, concrete or asphalt) with a full complement of tools weighing up to fifty pounds.
• Must be able to work in extreme weather, including, extreme heat and cold.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work alone when performing restoration services.
• Must be able to perform physical tasks, including digging, pulling, pushing, carrying and lifting up to 115 pounds.
• Maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
• Must be able to safely operate trucks and heavy equipment and safely work around energized lines and equipment.
• Must be able to work at heights for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work overhead from a bucket truck (perform work above shoulders on energized overhead lines).
• Must be able to climb up and descend from wooden/steel structures, poles and ladders and be able to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, grip, handle and feel.
• Must have the ability to perform emergency rescue operations, including bringing unconscious or injured co-worker down from significant height or elevated area.
• Must have sound judgment necessary to work safely in inherently dangerous environment.
• Must be able to understand and follow safety rules.
• Must be able to work up to 16 continuous hours per day.
• Must have the ability to wear required personal protection equipment.
• Must be able to perform basic computer tasks, such as entering time worked, noting beginning and completion of assigned task, checking and responding to emails, completing computer-based training, and other similar tasks.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and interact with a team.
• Must have the ability to manage stress and handle tense situations.
• Must have regular and reliable attendance.
• Must be able to work overtime when necessary.

Primary Location: Louisiana- ZacharyLouisiana : Zachary
Job Function: Field & Skilled Trade
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Relocation Option:
Union description/code: GSU BARG-U01
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 125215
Travel Percentage: 25% to 50%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to navigate to EEO page, or see statements below.

EEO Statement:The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) 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. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, 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 race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Accessibility:Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf.If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.

Additional Responsibilities:As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please [e-mail] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

EEI Testing:

One way that Entergy has found to identify and assess the abilities and skills needed for certain jobs is through pre-employment testing. If this position does require an EEI test, the type of test will be located under the qualifications section of the job posting. If you are invited to a test session, we strongly recommend you review and complete the practice test as well as review the testing brochure for your respective test. The test brochure will give you critical information on the test such as time allocated and Pre-employment Testing: of questions. Also, keep in mind that the actual test is timed; you should practice timing yourself while doing the practice tests. The practice test information and test brochures can be located by going to the EEI website, http://www.eei.org/practicetests , numberLogon ID: entergy, password: practice test (2 words).Travel expenses incurred in connection with EEI testing are non-reimbursable.

In addition to EEI testing there is also Fit-for-Duty testing which will identify and assess the abilities and skills needed for certain jobs. If this position does require Fit-for-Duty testing, the type of test will be located under the qualifications section of the job posting.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.