Journeyman Serviceman

Entergy; Cleveland (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy Texas, Inc.- GTX is seeking a Journeyman Serviceman based in Cleveland, TX. The role involves installing and removing meters, services, and equipment for customers, plus connecting/disconnecting at the pole and troubleshooting transmission and distribution systems.

Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of related experience or crew lead training, completion of 700 level certification, and a solid grasp of safety rules, emergency response, and reading electrical diagrams.

Qualifications

• Must have worked for at least 6 months or crew lead training as Journeyman Lineman or equivalent experience.
• Completion of 700 level certification.
• Know Company's safety rules and be able to administer first aid and resuscitation.

Responsibilities

• Install and remove electric meters, services and related equipment on customers' premises.
• Connect and disconnect services at the pole and locate/repair breaks in transmission and distribution systems.
• Trace, clear grounds and opens on series circuits; test, switch and inspect automatic voltage regulating devices.
• Follow Safety Action Plan (SAP) and adhere to company rules and state regulations.

Skills

Lineman duties

Grounds tracing

Voltage testing

Relays inspection

Safety compliance

Reading schematics

Emergency response

Reading blueprints

CDL

Technology use

Tools

Equipment controls software

Tablets

Job description

Job Qualifications

Under Class 3 supervision, with wide latitude for planning or laying out of working details with responsibility for

Job Title: Journeyman Serviceman

PS Job Title: Journeyman Serviceman

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Texas, Inc.-GTX

Job Qualifications

Under Class 3 supervision, with wide latitude for planning or laying out of working details with responsibility for results, must be able to perform difficult and responsible tasks involved in the installation and removal of electric meters, services, and related equipment on customers' premises, connect and disconnect services at the pole, locate and repair all types of breaks in the electric transmission and distribution systems, answer electric trouble calls to customers' premises, and be qualified to do the following and related work as assigned:

• Be willing and able to perform all of the duties of a Journeyman Lineman.


• Trace and clear grounds and opens on series circuits.


• Test, switch and inspect all types of automatic voltage regulating devices.


• Make routine check, inspection, test of relays, timer, etc. on all automatic reclosing equipment.


• Refuse all classes of high voltage substations and line fuses.


• Make routine check, inspection, maintenance and test of substation network protectors, transformers,

• Conduct voltage, load, substation, electrolysis, ground and other special tests.


• Make complete insulation test on potheads, transformers, cables, bushings, etc.


• Act in capacity of supervisor when authorized. (Refer to exception in (B, 1.)


• Follow Safety Action Plan “SAP” expectations according to minimum required qualifications. (Rev 03

Experience And Special Qualifications

• Must have worked for at least 6 months or received crew lead training as a Journeyman Lineman or have had equivalent experience in related work, having all qualifications of the previous classifications.

• Exception – Journeyman Lineman with less than 6 months may become a Journeyman Serviceman but will not be eligible to act in the capacity of a crew lead on anything above medium complexity tasks until the completion of crew lead training. Journeyman Serviceman working under this exception must complete crew lead qualifications within a reasonable amount of time.

• Completion of 700 level certification


• 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


• Know city streets, and roads in rural sections.


• Have a thorough knowledge of city and state traffic laws.


• Have a thorough knowledge of Company regulations and state laws governing disconnects for nonpayment, and diversion of current.

• Have working knowledge of Company's practices and standards.


• Have thorough working knowledge of electric circuits and equipment.


• Know Company's rules and regulations applying to service and meter installations, National Electrical Code, and any state or local regulations governing electrical wiring.

• Be able to read and understand all wiring diagrams and blueprints in connection with the distribution system, meters, switchboard equipment, relays, controls and also related Company equipment on customers' premises.

• Know Company's electrical and mechanical tagging rules including Switchman certification.


• Have thorough knowledge of the layout and characteristics of distribution system in the area assigned.


• Be able to study, maintain and report performance of new equipment installed as related to the distribution system.

• Be able to trace, locate and analyze difficult cases of trouble.

• Fully understand and be proficient in using technology needed to perform job such as equipment controls, computers, tablets and associated software.

• Accurately identify and record all changes to Company equipment 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.

D. Personal Qualifications

• Be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents.


• Be willing to work under unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.


• Be able to receive and transmit orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence of both superiors and subordinates.


• Be capable of assuming leadership responsibilities. (Refer to exception in (B, 1.)


• Possess all personal qualifications of Journeyman Lineman

This position is designated as a Safety Sensitive position and is subject to mandatory pre-employment and random drug testing.

Primary Location:

Texas - Cleveland Texas : Cleveland

Job Function:

Field & Skilled Trade

FLSA Status:

Nonexempt

Relocation Option:

No Relocation Offered

Union description/code:

GTX Utility Ops

Number of Openings:

1

Req ID:

124648

PS Job Title:

Journeyman Serviceman

Travel Percentage:

Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.

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. 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.

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

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 contact [e-mail] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

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.