Lineworker Apprentice

Key Accountabilities

• The apprentice line classification is comprised of a candidate who has successfully completed the overhead pre-line school and the test on record. This will determine if the employee has the ability to progress in the Overhead Lines Department.
• All other duties usually assigned to this classification.
• Candidate must become proficient at climbing poles and working at heights.
• Assist line crews, utilizing lineworker tools and equipment to set poles and construct transmission lines.
• Observes, learns and performs duties of Line Worker 3/C under direct supervision.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English to communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors.
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrate a mechanical aptitude and ability to advance to Line Worker 1/C through progression process.
• Be physically able bodied and must be able to operate safely all Company vehicles, tools and equipment.
• Must be able to bend, lift and shovel dirt around poles.
• Successful completion of pre-lineworker qualifying Company programs.
• Must have and retain a valid motor vehicle operators license, which does not restrict driving of off hours operations. Also, must obtain and retain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with proper endorsements to operate all applicable Company equipment, pass DOT physical and system hoisting certificate.
• Will be required to accept trouble shooters positions, including alternates, when qualified.

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