Transmission Lineman

Entergy Corporation; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy Arkansas, LLC is seeking a Helper - Apprentice 3rd Year to construct, build and maintain high-voltage transmission facilities. The role requires climbing poles, operating heavy equipment, and participating in emergency on-call rotations.

A high school diploma and safety-first mindset are essential, with formal lineworker training preferred. The position emphasizes flexibility in shifts, travel up to 75%, and working within a team to ensure reliable electric service across central

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work irregular hours and travel as required.
• Ability to read and understand job prints and sketches.
• Ability to lead other linemen when required.
• Commitment to safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Construct, build and maintain overhead transmission lines (69kV–500kV).
• Operate Entergy-owned and rental equipment including bucket trucks and cranes.
• Read job prints/sketches and identify materials and their functions.
• Perform setting and climbing of poles; respond to emergencies and participate in on-call rotation.
• Perform transmission line switching; ensure safe, efficient work planning.

Skills

Physical strength

Climb poles

Lead role

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

EEI CAST testing

Tools

A Class A CDL License

Job description

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Company: Entergy

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Arkansas, LLC

***This position can be filled by a Helper through an Apprentice 3rd year based on the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate.***

***This position has a 60-minute reporting requirement: the selected candidate must live within 60 minutes of the job site.***

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Construct, Build and Maintain Overhead Transmission Line Electric Facilities with primary voltages ranging from 69KV-500 KV including but not limited to:

• Driving of different sizes and types of trucks
• Operation of various pieces of equipment (Entergy owned and rental), including but not limited to Aerial Bucket, Cranes and Digger Derrick Trucks
• Read and understand job prints and sketches
• Recognize material(s) and their function
• Setting and climbing of all sizes of poles
• Be available for emergency after hour response and participate in on call duty rotation
• Perform transmission line switching
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum experience required of the position

Helper 1st Year: 0 years experience required

Apprentice 1st Year: Completion of an accredited Lineworker Training program OR prior demonstrated linework experience required

Apprentice 2nd Year: 2 years of experience required

Apprentice 3rd Year - 3 years of experience required

As a condition of employment this position requires a pre-employment Fitness for Duty exam

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to use physical strength to perform required tasks in all weather conditions
• Ability to work irregular hours and out of town assignments as required
• Ability to take and understand directives and complete tasks with limited supervision
• Ability to plan and lay out all work in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to assume a lead role and direct the work of other linemen
• Required to work safely and follow all Entery safety policies and procedures
• Ability to learn through classroom instruction, OJT and repetitive motions
• Ability to climb and work off of poles of various heights
• Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and have the ability to eliminate and or mitigate the hazards
• Ability to maintain and care for Company equipment properly and safeguard assets
• Ability to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner and understand the importance of delivering a high level of customer service
• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement
• Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base
• Preferred:
  • Ability to work with others and maintain a positive attitude in extreme working situations andan ever-changing work environment
  • Ability to converse with customers in a professional and courteous manner
  • Must be committed to quality and a high level of service satisfaction and render first class service to all customers
• A Class A CDL License
• Successful completion of EEI CAST testing

Primary Location: Arkansas-Little RockArkansas : Little Rock
Job Function: Field & Skilled Trade
FLSA Status: Bargaining
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: Bargaining
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 124350
PS Job Title: Helper - Apprentice 3rd Year
Travel Percentage:50% to 75%

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. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

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.

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please [e-mail] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

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. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

WORKING CONDITIONS

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. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Please note

Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.