Substation Apprentice - Technician (Little Rock)

Entergy Corporation; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Substation Apprentice Technician to join their dynamic team in Little Rock. This role involves maintaining, installing, and repairing crucial electrical equipment in substations and power plants, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical skills, a background in mechanical or electric machines, and a commitment to safety. You will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals while contributing to essential services that power communities. If you are motivated and ready to take on challenges in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Substation switchman certification and a valid CDL within 180 days.
• Good physical condition, able to lift 100 pounds and work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, install, test and repair electrical equipment in substations.
• Perform routine and emergency maintenance and ensure safety protocols.

Skills

Electrical Equipment Maintenance

Technical Manual Reading

AC and DC Schematics

Hydraulic Equipment Familiarity

Physical Dexterity

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Skills

Decision Making

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Lift Trucks

Hydraulic Equipment

Job description

Job Title: Substation Apprentice - Technician (Little Rock)

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Arkansas, LLC

* This position may be filled as a Substation Apprentice 1st Year through a Substation Technician based on the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate. *

* The selected candidate must live within or be willing to relocate within 30 miles/minutes of the assigned service area, and this role does not offer relocation benefits. *

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

While working safely, employee will maintain, install, test and repair breakers, transformers, regulators and associated electrical equipment in substations and power plants. Employee will maintain a safe and healthy work environment with co-workers and management personnel. Employee must have the ability to perform switching on both distribution and transmission substation equipment.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to obtain Substation switchman certification.
• Familiarity in reading, understanding, and following technical manuals and instruction books.
• Familiarity in the use of AC and DC schematics, wiring diagrams, and construction drawings.
• Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Able to climb structures, ladders, operate lift trucks and work without fear of height.
• Able to perform routine and emergency maintenance, testing, initial installation and restoration of substations and related equipment.
• Able to perform substation switching and practice safe tagging and grounding procedures.
• Must be available for 24-hour callout and to work extended hours.
• Must obtain a valid CDL within 180 days.
• Good physical condition and able to lift 100 pounds.
• Good hand-eye coordination, physical dexterity, and color vision.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work harmoniously with coworkers and relate to customers.
• Good computer skills and communication skills (oral and written).
• Be self-motivated with ability to make independent decisions.
• Able to work near energized equipment safely.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Successful completion of the EEI CAST test.
• Candidates selected to take the CAST Test will be invited via e-mail.*MONITOR YOUR SPAM/JUNK FOLDER
• If you are EEI CAST Test Recommended, notate it on your resume.
• Preferred: Background in mechanical/electric machines/ mechanic shop/hydraulic repairs or motor vehicle repairs.

Primary Location: Arkansas- Little Rock
Job Function: Skilled / Craft
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: Arkansas Bargaining - Trans-A04
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 118768
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.

EEO Statement:The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf.

Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company.