Power Line Tech - Apprentice Lineworker

Power Line Tech I - Apprentice Lineworker Department:

New River Light and Power Co - 170600

Completion of high school and six months of electrical experience;or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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Maintains required certifications. Special

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Thisis a generalized representation of positions in this class and isnot intended to reflect essential functions per ADA. Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may notbe applicable to all positions.

This position is responsible for working with live high voltageconductors, maintenance of electrical equipment, installation of underground power lines, and the repair of overhead lines andpoles.

Climbing, hand work, digging, heavy lifting, and all weatherexterior work is required.

This position will be trained in the use of safety techniques including: climbing gear, bucket trucks, high voltage gloves, andhoses.

Install and maintain New River Light and Power's fiber-optic network.

CDL Class B will be required within 6 months of hire.

Candidates will be required to complete the NC and NRLPapprenticeship program through New River Light & Power.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities that involve routine and emergencyconstruction, maintenance, and repair of high-voltage underground and overhead primary and secondary electric distributionlines.

Learns and develops thorough knowledge of all applicable codes and methods of installation and repair.

Learns how to read and interpret schematics drawing and recommend corrective actions.

Develops proficiency with SCADA, AMI, OMS and electronic systems tosupport in-field planning and troubleshooting.

Must have the ability to operate University owned vehicles withvalid driver's license.

Ability to complete the registered apprenticeship program withinthe allotted timeframe as determined upon hire. Develops journeyman level skills and knowledge, with ability to complete both physical and technical duties upon program completion.

Must live or relocate to within approximately a 20 minute commuteof Boone within 90 days of hire.

• High school graduate. At least 1 year of experience at an electric utility or credentials from an Electrical Utility Lineman School Program.
• Holds CDL Class B license.
• Lives within 20 minutes of Boone, NC.

Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm.

Some callback and after hours required.

Designated as MANDATORY,this position is expected to be available for work during university emergencies, closings, adverse weather conditions, andother department defined events. Will be part of after hours oncall response rotation.

Must relocate to within approximate 20minute commute of Boone within 90 days of hire.

$57,466 - $64,587

09/04/2026

Appalachian State University is an Affimative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate inaccess to its educational programs and activities, or with respectto hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basisof race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status,genetic information or sexual orientation.

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