Lineman Apprentice — Electric Power Career Path

Black & Veatch Corporation; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bird Electric Enterprises is seeking a lineman helper to assist with installation or repair of cables and wires in electrical power distribution systems, following plans and industry standards. The role may involve erecting poles, climbing, and operating bucket trucks to access lines on job sites.

You will use hand and power tools, inspect and test equipment, and work with a crew to lay and splice conductors, install transformers, and ensure safety protocols are followed on a daily basis.

Qualifications

• 6000 documented hours and proven DOL approved lineman apprentice program participation.
• Working knowledge of the lineman craft and installation or repair of cables or wires used in electrical power or distribution systems and transmission towers and lines.
• Must have all necessary tools and be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Use appropriate hand and power tools to measure, cut, assemble, install, test or repair cables or wires per plans and specs.
• Help install, maintain, inspect, test, and repair electrical distribution and transmission systems.
• Open switches or attach grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from lines or to facilitate repairs.
• Climb poles or use bucket trucks to access equipment.
• Coordinate work with other crafts and co-workers on the job.

Education

NCCER Construction Craft Laborer

NCCER Core Curriculum or equivalent Craft Training Program

Job description

Bird Electric Enterprises is seeking a lineman helper to assist with installation or repair of cables and wires in electrical power distribution systems, following plans and industry standards. The role may involve erecting poles, climbing, and operating bucket trucks to access lines on job sites.

You will use hand and power tools, inspect and test equipment, and work with a crew to lay and splice conductors, install transformers, and ensure safety protocols are followed on a daily basis.