Lineworker Apprentice- Easton, PA

The reporting location for this position is Easton, PA. Strongly prefer candidates to live within 30-mins of one of the service location.

About the Opportunity

This is an open position with the First Energy Pennsylvania Electric Company, a subsidiary of First Energy Corp.

First Energy is dedicated to the recruitment, training, and development of new and upcoming line workers in the electrical linework field. We aim to recruit a diverse workforce of dedicated employees who exemplify First Energy 's core values and behaviors daily while promoting a safe and inclusive work environment.

The Line Worker Apprentice position supports the operations process in providing and maintaining service to new and existing customers. Employees in this apprentice position will learn the day-to-day operations and specifications of the distribution system and gain working knowledge of computer systems, tools, materials, and equipment used on the job.

Apprentices will be selected after successfully completing information sessions, interviews and pre placement physical assessments. Successful candidates will participate in a combination of skills, on-the-job, and academic training located in Reading, PA and, based on demonstrated performance, will have the opportunity to progress in job class.

We are seeking local talent eager to build a rewarding career in the electric utility industry.

New hires must reside within 30-minutes from the service center locations and will be required to become members of IBEW Local 777.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision regularly and customarily does the most complicated construction and maintenance on deenergized, tested, and grounded primary conductors, structures, and equipment.
• Under direct supervision regularly and customarily works on energized conductors, structures and equipment not exceeding 600 volts.
• Under direct supervision, perform the less complicated work in installing instruments and equipment.
• Attend and satisfactorily complete all necessary training as prescribed by the Company, including pole top resuscitation.
• Driving and operating Company vehicles as assigned.
• Upon occasion or in emergency perform less-skilled work as required or directed, including the operation of transportation equipment.
• Performing other work, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strongly prefer candidates currently residing within a 30-minute radius of the Service Center.
• Prior completion of the following certifications is preferred:
  • Bucket Truck Rescue
  • Steel Pole Climbing
  • Steel Tower Climbing
  • Wood Pole Climbing
  • I&I Gloving
  • Pole Top Rescue
  • Energized Area Pole Setting
  • Hot Sticking
• Must possess a valid State of Pennsylvania, Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Operator 's License and meet the Company 's driving requirements.
• Must possess the ability to acquire a valid DOT Medical Examiner 's Certificate.
• Must pass motor vehicle operator tests prescribed by the Company and must possess the ability to acquire a valid Class A, State of Pennsylvania, Commercial Drivers' License with all the necessary endorsements.
• Candidates will be asked to provide a copy of their driving record as part of the prescreening process, which will be subject to a throughout review to ensure compliance with our safety standards.
• Must have the ability to work safely and follow safety rules and regulations including those applicable to working on or near energized lines and equipment.
• Must perform work while properly applying rubber goods and other Personal Protective Equipment required to work safely on or near energized lines and equipment.
• Candidates must demonstrate the physical and mental ability to climb and work aloft safely with self-confidence from poles and structures by successfully completing the required technical examination.
• Candidates must be physically able to lift and handle up to 90 pounds.
• Must have the ability to learn the layout, functions and operation of electrical equipment and circuit connections of the distribution systems in the area to which assigned.
• Must know the proper application of first aid, safety and resuscitation practices as prescribed by the Company.
• Must have the ability to perform heavy physical work in all weather conditions.
• Must be available to work irregular hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be available to work an appropriate amount of overtime and respond to callouts.
• Outdoor work experience preferred.

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

At First Energy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement.

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