Journeyman Lineman

Entergy; Kosciusko (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy in Kosciusko, Mississippi, is seeking an experienced lineman to construct, install, and maintain OH/UG electric facilities up to 34.5KV. The role requires field expertise and the ability to work in diverse locations.

The position involves installing transformers, regulators, and reclosers, operating bucket and digger Derrick trucks, and willingness to travel up to 25%. On-call duties and safety compliance are essential, along with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years of lineman experience.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Class A CDL.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work irregular hours and out-of-town assignments.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to lead other linemen.
• EEI CAST TEST Required.

Responsibilities

• Construct, build and maintain OH/UG electric facilities up to 34.5KV.
• Install OH/UG transformers and wire transformer banks.
• Install and wire regulators, capacitors, and reclosers.
• Drive different sizes and types of trucks; operate bucket and digger Derrick trucks.
• Read job prints and sketches; recognize materials and their function.
• Set and climb poles; be available for on-call duty and emergencies.

Skills

Lineman experience

Class A CDL

Leadership

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

Construct, Build and Maintain OH/UG Electric Facilities with primary voltages ranging up to 34.5KV including but not limited to:

• Installation, removal and maintenance of OH/UG primary line facilities and secondary services.
• Installation of OH/UG transformers and the wiring of all types of transformer banks.
• Installation, including the wiring of regulators, capacitors, and reclosers.
• Driving of different sizes and types of trucks.
• Operation of various pieces of equipment, including Aerial Bucket and Digger Derrick Trucks.
• Read and understand job prints and sketches.
• Recognize material(s) and their function.
• Setting and climbing of all sizes of poles in open areas, rear alleys and in energized lines.
• Be available for on call duty and emergency response.

Qualifications

5 years of lineman experience

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Required to have or be able to obtain a Class A Commercial Drivers License.
• Ability to use physical strength to perform required tasks in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work irregular hours and out of town assignments as required.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to take and understand directives and complete tasks with limited supervision.
• Ability to plan and lay out all work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to assume a lead role and direct the work of other linemen.
• Required to work safely and follow all Entergy safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to learn through classroom instruction, OJT and repetitive motions.
• Ability to climb and work off of poles of various heights.
• Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and have the ability to mitigate the hazards.
• Ability to maintain and care for Company equipment properly and safeguard assets.
• Ability to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner and understand the importance of delivering a high level of customer service.
• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement.
• Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base.
• EEI CAST TEST Required.

Company Testing

Successful completion of the EEI CAST test.

Primary Location: Mississippi-Kosciusko

Job Function: Field & Skilled Trade

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Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered

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Number of Openings: 1

Req ID: 124999

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

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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.

Please note:

Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.