Lineman Apprentice: Build, Troubleshoot & Restore Power

United Utility Services; Canton (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA (Health Savings Account)

FSA (Flexible Spending Account)

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Short and long-term disability

Job summary

United Utility Services in Canton, MS is seeking an Apprentice Lineman to install, troubleshoot, repair and remove overhead/underground distribution lines under Foreman guidance.

You will operate bucket trucks and related equipment, climb poles, and assist ground crew while handling outages and repairs in potentially inclement weather. This full-time role requires travel for storm response and long hours.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and understand technical information, manuals, policies, procedures, work orders, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Must be able to deal with emergency situations, hazardous conditions, multiple priorities, frequent interruptions, and time constraints.
• Must be dependable and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Safely construct and maintain electric distribution lines.
• Climb poles and perform tasks of varying experience level.
• Operate bucket trucks, digger derrick, pickup trucks, and related equipment.
• Provide tools, material and support to upper-class linemen.
• Prepare equipment and worksite for assignments and assist ground crew operations.
• Drive and operate equipment to frame and set poles, lay wire, and connect services.
• Respond to power outages and troubleshoot to restore power.

Skills

Read and understand technical info

Emergency handling

Dependable and trustworthy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

United Utility Services in Canton, MS is seeking an Apprentice Lineman to install, troubleshoot, repair and remove overhead/underground distribution lines under Foreman guidance.

You will operate bucket trucks and related equipment, climb poles, and assist ground crew while handling outages and repairs in potentially inclement weather. This full-time role requires travel for storm response and long hours.