LinemanLinewoman

PSEG.com; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 31,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

PSEG in South Plainfield, NJ is seeking an Apprentice Lineman to train in the construction, maintenance and repair of transmission and distribution lines on poles and towers. The role involves working under supervision, learning safety and field procedures, and progressing through line school programs.

Applicants must have a High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license with CDL A eligibility. This is an onsite role with comprehensive benefits and a union setting under IBEWE 94.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license and be able to obtain a CDL A.
• Must be physically able to climb structures and work on poles.

Responsibilities

• Assist Linemen with construction, repair, and maintenance of lines on poles and towers.
• Learn to install, inspect and maintain poles, crossarms, and line hardware.
• Participate in line school programs and on-the-job training under supervision.
• Support voltage testing and safety checks on distribution circuits as directed.
• Foster safe work practices and follow company policies during field operations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL A license

Job description

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Location: South Plainfield, NJ, US, 07080

Company: PSEG

Requisition: 84205

PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co.

Salary Range: $ 31.331 - $ 63.764

Work Location Category: Onsite

We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day. Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.

We offer a flexible work environment designed to balance employee needs with collaboration and operational excellence. Roles fall into two categories:

• Onsite: Employees work onsite daily.
• Hybrid: A blend of remote and onsite work, with at least three onsite days per week required.

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits from day one, designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, parental leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Union Local

IBEWE 94

Summary

As the employee becomes qualified through acquired experience and training performs the work required in the construction, operation, maintenance, and removal of transmission and distribution lines on wood poles, including work on iron poles, isolated towers and mats or vaults, which may be energized but not above 13-kV primary distribution voltage. Check general operation of assigned vehicle and associated equipment.

Job Responsibilities

• After satisfactory completion of the Apprentice Line School, performs work on de-energized lines and assists Linemen/Line women on energized secondary lines.
• After satisfactory completion of Hot Secondary Line School, performs work on lines energized at secondary level voltages.
• After satisfactory completion of 4-kV and 13-kV Line School, performs work on lines energized at primary level voltages as Primary Assist.
• Install, remove and maintain poles, crossarms, guy wires, and line hardware.
• Install, sag, remove and maintain line conductors including splicing, tapping, and the making of dead ends; install, remove and maintain messengers; install and remove aerial cables and cable laterals on poles.
• Install, remove, and change transformers with associated devices and equipment including pole top wiring.
• Install, remove, maintain in field, and operate line sectionalizing switches or cutouts; install, remove, operate, inspect, and make minor repairs to boosters, capacitors, and other special pole mounted equipment.
• Install, remove and maintain street lighting and accessory equipment including pole top wiring.
• Install and remove protective equipment, including temporary protective grounds on conductors.
• Make complete inspections of construction performing such work as tighten hardware, tie in conductors, and change insulators and pins.
• Make voltage and load tests on energized distribution circuits or equipment.
• Locate faults on 13, 26 and 69kV transmission and on distribution circuits, including associated equipment.
• Under the supervision of an engineer or supervisor, make special tests on distribution equipment and phase-out or parallel distribution circuits and equipment.
• Perform any work required on isolated towers, install, remove and maintain distribution, 13, 26 and 69kV conductors and accessories on tower lines.
• Perform other similar or less skilled work of the occupational group.
• Prepare poles for, install, and remove transformers with associated devices and equipment including pole-top wiring; make load tests on the secondary side of distribution transformers.
• Install ground wires and ground wire molding.
• Assist fully qualified Lineman/Line woman, for training purposes
• Recondition and salvage material and equipment related to this work.
• Perform other similar or less skilled work of the occupational group.

Job Qualifications

Must meet the Company's "General Requirements"; and in addition:

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Must have the ability to acquire a good practical knowledge of the purpose and functioning of the overhead transmission and distribution system, and the electrical apparatus used in connection therewith; and a general knowledge of the layout of transmission and distribution circuits in the area in which he/she works.
• Must have the ability to become familiar with the procedure and rules governing the ordering out, tagging and releasing of circuits and the Company's system of circuit designation for identification.
• Must have the ability to acquire a good working knowledge of the Company's overhead line construction methods and practices.
• Must have the ability to become proficient in the application of pole top resuscitation, and other approved methods of artificial respiration.
• Must have the ability to become familiar with the procedure and rules governing the ordering out, tagging and releasing of circuits and the Company's system of circuit designation for identification.
• Must be alert in avoiding accidents and observing hazards.
• Must have the ability to acquire a general knowledge of the purpose and functioning of the transmission and distribution system, and the electrical apparatus and circuit connections involved in the work.
• Must be able to acquire a good working knowledge of the standard overhead line construction practices as outlined in the Company's manuals and handbooks, including the safety rules and practices as set forth therein.
• Must have successfully completed the line portion of the pre-employment test, except that an employee hired prior to May 1, 1980 who has or obtains a high school diploma or its equivalent does not have to complete the pre-employment test.
• Must be able to follow instructions and perform routine operations.
• Must have mechanical aptitude.
• Must have the physical characteristics to enable him/her to climb and work on structures and poles.

• Must possess a valid U. S. driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record
• Must be able to qualify for a Commercial Drivers License “A” to operate motor vehicles in the State of New Jersey within 6 months of employment.

• Must have the ability to learn:
  • The reading of construction prints and the making of simple field sketches.
  • The application of hoists, tackle, and knots used in line construction and maintenance work and the care of tools commonly used in line construction and maintenance work.
  • The identification and use of all material, tools, and equipment commonly used on line work.

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on theattached list not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during emergency restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.

For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing.

Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG Long Island (PSEGLI) employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries other than PSEGLI, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to PSEG, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG new hires. Similarly, for PSEG employees who accept job opportunities with PSEGLI, your benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of PSEGLI.

PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.

PSEG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email [e-mail].

If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email [e-mail]. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.

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