Lineman Apprentice: Start Your Electric Career

Entergy Corporation; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy is seeking an Apprentice 1st Year to 3rd Year in Port Arthur, TX, for hands-on training in electric transmission and distribution line work. This on-site role emphasizes safety, learning fundamentals under supervision, and progressing through structured qualification steps.

The program covers pole climbing, pole erection, basic switching, and equipment handling, with emphasis on reports, maps, and job hazard awareness.

Qualifications

• Willingness to perform tasks on high and low voltage lines.
• Ability to follow safety rules and resuscitation methods.
• Read job drawings and maps; participate in job hazard assessments.
• Must hold or obtain Class A CDL before progressing to higher years.
• Under supervision, perform basic line maintenance and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks on high and low voltage line work under supervision.
• Assist in installation and maintenance of transmission and distribution facilities.
• Read maps and drawings; prepare reports and records.
• Operate company vehicles and equipment; observe safety rules.

Skills

Pole climbing

Safety rules

First aid

CDL license

Read drawings/maps

Team coordination

Tools

Line construction tools

Job description

Entergy is seeking an Apprentice 1st Year to 3rd Year in Port Arthur, TX, for hands-on training in electric transmission and distribution line work. This on-site role emphasizes safety, learning fundamentals under supervision, and progressing through structured qualification steps.

The program covers pole climbing, pole erection, basic switching, and equipment handling, with emphasis on reports, maps, and job hazard awareness.