Pre-Apprentice Lineman

Arizona Public Service Co.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Public Service Co. is seeking candidates for its Pre-Apprentice Lineman program in the Phoenix area. The role involves assisting Journeymen Linemen with rigging, hydraulic tool operation, bucket truck driving, pole installation, and trenching.

Selected candidates will rotate through various areas of the organization to gain hands-on experience in the field. Applicants must meet strict age, education, and CDL requirements to be considered.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a High School diploma or GED prior to the application closing.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must have a valid Class A CDL with no airbrakes restrictions.
• Must be physically qualified and able to climb poles and work at heights.
• Willing to work with aerial equipment under 300 lbs weight restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Assist Journeymen Linemen with rigging and operating hydraulic tools.
• Assist with running parts, driving bucket trucks, and installing poles.
• Perform trenching work and operate in confined spaces as required.
• Rotate to different areas within the organization to gain experience.

Skills

Age requirement

HS diploma or GED

Authorized to work in the UnitedStates

Class A CDL

Physical fitness

Climb and work at heights

Aerial equipment weight limit 300 lbs

Education

HS diploma or GED

Algebra/Math prerequisites

Technical math course

ACE/College Algebra via ACE

Job description

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APS has opportunities in the Pre-Apprentice Lineman program for candidates pursuing the Lineman Apprenticeship.The Pre-Apprentice will assist Journeymen Linemen with various tasks including rigging, operate hydraulic tools, operate boom truck & forklift, run parts, assist on the ground, drive bucket trucks, install poles, trenches and working in confined spaces. They will rotate to various areas within the organization to gain experience in their field.

Note : Pre-Apprentice Lineman opportunities are available for Phoenix Metro, Casa Grande, and Yuma. To be considered, you must select your preferred location(s) when applying. Select all locations for which you are interested in being considered.

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To be considered, you must meet or exceed the following qualifications:

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must possess a High School diploma or G.E.D. prior to the application closing.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must have a valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). No mechanical restrictions i.e., airbrakes.
• Must have completed one of the following:
• College level “Introduction to College Algebra” course (MAT-091 or equivalent) or higher with a grade of “C” or better. Must be from an accredited college (community college or 4 year institution) and college transcripts must be submitted.
• Technical Math Course through any post high school construction, electrical, or automotive trade school or program (NJATC Technical Mathematics, Tech Mathematics, etc.)
• College level “Introduction to College Algebra” or higher through a 3rd party non-accredited institution that provides ACE American Council of Education (ACE). Must pass according to ACE recommendation for earning college credit.
• College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) College Algebra test with American Council of Education (ACE) recommended score of 50 or higher
• High School Advanced Placement (A.P.) Credit in Precalculus, Statistics, or Calculus – Needs to show A.P. test passed with a "3" or higher and High School Credit and provide a high school transcript with a grade of “C” or better.
• Must be physically qualified to meet the requirements of the job and display the aptitude, attitude and adaptability necessary for the trade.
• Must be willing to work at heights and safely climb poles, ladders, structures, and equipment, as well as perform work from bucket trucks and other aerial devices.
• This position requires working with aerial equipment, which has weight restrictions of 300 lbs or less

Selected candidates who have met the minimum qualifications will be subject to the following requirements:

• Must successfully pass the Edison Electrical Institute (EEI) CAST Aptitude test.
• Selected candidates that have not already completed the CAST test or are eligible to retest will be invited to take the CAST