Journeyman Lineman

Date: Sep 16, 2026

Location: Mississippi, United States

Company: Entergy

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Mississippi, LLC

This posting is for a potential future opening(s) with Entergy. This posting is to build a candidate pool, should the opening(s) become available.

Construct, Build and Maintain OH/UG Electric Facilities with primary voltages ranging up to 34.5KV including but not limited to:

• Installation, removal and maintenance of OH/UG primary line facilities and secondary services.

• Installation of OH/UG transformers and the wiring of all types of transformer banks.

• Installation, including the wiring of regulators, capacitors, and reclosers.

• Driving of different sizes and types of trucks.

• Operation of various pieces of equipment, including Aerial Bucket 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 in open areas, rear alleys and in energized lines.

• Be available for on call duty and emergency response.

• 5 years of lineman experience.

• Required to have or be able to obtain a Class A Commercial Drivers License.

• 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.

• Good communication skills.

• 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 Entergy 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 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.

• Must be able to traverse uneven terrain (including, but not limited to, wet, muddy and/or slippery terrain, concrete or asphalt) with a full complement of tools weighing up to fifty pounds

• Must be able to work in extreme weather, including, extreme heat and cold

• Must be able to work in confined spaces.

• Must be able to work alone when performing restoration services.

• Must be able to perform physical tasks, including digging, and pulling, pushing, carrying and lifting up to 80 pounds.

• Maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.

• Must be able to safely operate trucks and heavy equipment and safely work around energized lines and equipment.

• Must be able to work at heights for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to work overhead from a bucket truck (perform work above shoulders on energized overhead lines).

• Must be able to climb up and descend from wooden/steel structures, poles and ladders and be able to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, grip, handle and feel.

• Must have the ability to perform emergency rescue operations, including bringing unconscious or injured co-worker down from significant height or elevated area.

• Must have sound judgment necessary to work safely in inherently dangerous environment.

• Must be able to understand and follow safety rules.

• Must be able to work up to 16 continuous hours per day.

• Must have the ability to wear required personal protection equipment.

• Must be able to perform basic computer tasks, such as entering time worked, noting beginning and completion of assigned task, checking and responding to emails, completing computer-based training, and other similar tasks.

• Must be able to communicate effectively and interact with a team.

• Must have the ability to manage stress and handle tense situations.

• Must have regular and reliable attendance.

• Must be able to work overtime when necessary.

Primary

Location:

Mississippi
- Mississippi :
Brookhaven || Mississippi :
Clinton || Mississippi :
Gloster || Mississippi :
Hazlehurst || Mississippi :
Mccomb || Mississippi :
Natchez || Mississippi :
Vicksburg

Job Function :
Field & Skilled Trade

FLSA Status :

Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered

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