Advanced Level Distribution Line Apprentice or - IBEW

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This position can be hired as either a Line Apprentice 3 or a Line Apprentice 4 depending on experience as verified on the applicants resume

This position supports the operations process in providing and maintaining service to new and existing customers by learning a working knowledge of computer system, tools, equipment, and material. The position will be learning the day-to-day operations and specifications of the distribution system. In addition to normal work, position must be available to be on-call with a more experienced person as required and to work all hours as needed, day or night, weekends or holidays, to perform work required during planned outages or emergency situations (24/7).

The position must learn to perform all duties in a safe manner and adhere to all Company safety rules and procedures.

Please note this posting is for multiple Operations Centers. Locations are subject to change based on business need.

• Anderson Operations Center - 1636 Pearman Dairy Rd, Anderson, SC 29625
• Little Rock Operations Center - 6325 Wilkinson Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28214
• Robbinsville Operations Center - 135 Rodney Orr Bypass, Robbinsville, NC 28771
• Simpsonville SC Operations Center - 821 SE Main St, Simpsonville, SC 29681
• Spartanburg Operations Center - 920 Beaumont Ave, Spartanburg SC 29303
• Travelers Rest Operations Center - 201 N Main St, Travelers Rest, SC 29690
• Durham Operations Center - 4412 Hillsborough Rd, Durham, NC 27705

• Assist with construction and maintenance of the distribution system
• Demonstrate a proficient understanding of overhead and underground insulate and isolate principles
• Familiar with and understand the electrical distribution system by completing the Line and Service Training modules
• Know, adhere to, and promote personal and work group safety practices to prevent accidents and injuries
• Develop positive and respectful working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills
• Maintain accurate records and files
• Support the company's goals and represent the company positively and professionally

Note:

This position can be hired as either a Line Apprentice 3 or a Line Apprentice 4 depending on experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid class A commercial driver's license (CDL)
• Experienced climber
• Experience working on secondary voltage as a lone worker
• Exposure to work within MAD of single phase primary voltage
• Minimum of three (3) years of distribution line and service work: familiar with and understand the electrical distribution system and have troubleshooting skills and ability to assess level or repair required
• Know, adhere to, and demonstrate leadership in promoting personal and work group safety practices to prevent accidents and injuries.

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid class A commercial driver's license (CDL)
• Proficient with tools, equipment, and vehicles necessary to perform line and service work.
• Experienced climber
• Experience working on secondary voltage as a lone worker
• Exposure to work within MAD of single phase primary voltage
• Minimum of five (5) years of distribution line and service work: demonstrated proficiency in constructing, maintaining, operating and troubleshooting the distribution system, and to ensure public safety and customer satisfaction
• Know, adhere to, and demonstrate leadership in promoting personal and work group safety practices to prevent accidents and injuries.

• Exposure to work within MAD of three phase primary voltage
• Experience working with customers
• Proficient in using a work management system
• Clear written and oral communication skills
• Experience in leading and mentoring less experienced employees in all aspects of their jobs
• Experience serving as a first responder to electrical distribution system outages.

• Ability to successfully complete Mid-Level Skills Assessment Test (MSAT2) for Line Apprentice 3
• Ability to successfully complete Skills Assessment Test (SAT) for Line Apprentice 4
• Ability to attend various training classes, meet progression requirements and successfully complete a progression assessment qualification' (PAQ)
• DOT Certification
• DOT Physical
• Successful background and drug screen
• Ability to stand a minimum of 5-6 hours; may be on ground, in a bucket on a line truck, or at the top of a distribution pole
• Ability to…