Apprentice 1st year to Apprentice 4th year

Job description

**Job Title:** Apprentice 1st year to Apprentice 4th year

**Work Place Flexibility:** Onsite

**Legal Entity:** Entergy Texas, Inc.-GTX

**JOB QUALIFICATIONS:**

Under close supervision, following specific instructions as to methods and working details, must be able to perform simple and routine work assisting linemen, mechanics or others by performing manual labor involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution conductors, structures, substations, underground systems, and related equipment, and be qualified to do the following related work as assigned:

1.

Dig holes, set anchors and assist in setting poles and stubs.

2.

Perform miscellaneous cleaning, scraping, painting, rough carpenter work, cut grass, clear right-of-way, etc.

3.

Excavate for foundations, install forms, mix concrete and assist in completing foundations and fences.

4.

Load, unload and handle poles, wire, tools, materials, supplies, tackle, etc.

and assist in handling material to and from stock.

5.

Care for and prepare hand lines, block lines, etc.

6.

Tend winch line when in operation.

7.

Assist linemen, mechanics or others and tend lines necessary for raising tools and material.

8.

Assist in assembling guys, crossarms, and other equipment on ground, and in pulling wire and guys.

9.

Assist in the erection of steel, wood or other structures.

10.

Assist in dismantling equipment removed from lines, substations, etc.

11.

Handle and work from ladders.

12.

Operate Company trucks and automobiles.

**EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:**

1.

Lineman certification or equivalent education or experience preferred.

Must meet all qualifications within six months after employment.

2.

Within six months after employment, know Company's safety rules and complete OSHA mandated training including bucket rescue.

3.

Know the location of, and be able to operate, all of the firefighting equipment.

Know what kind of equipment to use on electrical, oil and other fires, within thirty days after employment.

4.

Obtain/Maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License

**PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:**

1.

Must have full use of mental and physical faculties.

2.

Have strength and endurance adequate for arduous labor in all kinds of outdoor weather conditions.

3.

Be able to work at heights and close spaces.

4.

Good hand-eye coordination and physical dexterity.

**PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:**

1.

Be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents.

2.

Be willing to work under unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.

3.

Be able to receive and execute orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence of superiors.

**Apprentice 3rd Yr.**

**JOB QUALIFICATIONS:**

Under close supervision, following specific instructions as to methods and working details, must be able to perform simple and routine work assisting linemen, mechanics or others by performing manual labor involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution conductors, structures, substations, underground systems, and related equipment, and be qualified to do the following related work as assigned:

1.

Dig holes, set anchors and assist in setting poles and stubs.
2.

Perform miscellaneous cleaning, scraping, painting, rough carpenter work, cut grass, clear right-of-way, etc.
3.

Excavate for foundations, install forms, mix concrete and assist in completing foundations and fences.
4.

Load, unload and handle poles, wire, tools, materials, supplies, tackle, etc.

and assist in handling material to and from stock.
5.

Care for and prepare hand lines, block lines, etc.
6.

Tend winch line when in operation.
7.

Assist linemen, mechanics or others and tend lines necessary for raising tools and material.
8.

Assist in assembling guys, crossarms, and other equipment on ground, and in pulling wire and guys.
9.

Assist in the erection of steel, wood or other structures.
10.

Assist in dismantling equipment removed from lines, substations, etc.
11.

Handle and work from ladders.
12.

Operate Company trucks and automobiles.

**EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:**

1.

Lineman certification or equivalent education or experience preferred.

Must meet all qualifications within six months after employment.
2.

Within six months after employment, know Company's safety rules and complete OSHA mandated training including bucket rescue.
3.

Know the location of, and be able to operate, all of the firefighting equipment.

Know what kind of equipment to use on electrical, oil and other fires, within thirty days after employment.
4.

Obtain/Maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License

**PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:**

1.

Must have full use of mental and physical faculties.
2.

Have strength and endurance adequate for arduous labor in all kinds of outdoor weather conditions.
3.

Be able to work at heights and close spaces.
4.

Good hand-eye coordination and physical dexterity.

**PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:**

1.

Be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents.
2.

Be willing to work under unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.
3.

Be able to receive and execute orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence of superiors.

**Louisiana (Bargaining):**

Apprentice 3rd Year: 3 years lineman experience required

**Primary Location:** Texas-Cleveland Texas : Cleveland
**Job Function** : Professional
**FLSA Status** : Nonexempt
**Relocation Option:**
**Union description/code** : GTX Utility Ops
**Number of Openings** : 1
**Req ID:** 121298
**Travel Percentage** :Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.

Please clickhere (https://jobs.entergy.com/content/EEO/?locale=en_US) to view the EEO page, or see statements below.

**EEO Statement:** The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

**Accessibility:** Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants.

Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf.

If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click **here (humanr@entergy.com?subject=Accessibility)** and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for.

Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.

**Additional Responsibilities:** As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company.

Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

**Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)**

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment.

Please contact HRCompliance@entergy.com to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

**WORKING CONDITIONS:**
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company.

Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

**Please note:** Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position.

Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

**Job Segment:** Electrical, Apprentice, Inspector, Engineering, Entry Level, Quality

Required Skill Profession

Other General