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Mississippi Power · 2 days ago

Apprentice Lineworker / Journeyman Lineworker - Laurel

Laurel, MS

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

5+ years exp

Mississippi Power is a leading energy provider in the Southeast, and they are seeking an Apprentice Lineworker or Journeyman Lineworker. This position is responsible for the construction and maintenance of electrical distribution systems, responding to and correcting issues with the electrical distribution system during various hours.

Electrical DistributionElectronicsEnergySolar

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Candidate must safely perform any work normally or reasonably required in this classification

This position builds, maintains, inspects, trouble-shoots, replaces, and repairs distribution power lines, poles, and related equipment according to Company specifications and manufacturer's recommendations

Successful candidate will review work orders and determine material needed to complete jobs; along with being able to safely load wire coils, poles, equipment, and materials onto trucks

Candidate is responsible for using hand tools to assemble materials, connectors, brackets, and other equipment in preparation for installation on pole-lines or underground systems

This position frequently works aerially from a ladder, lift bucket, and pole-climbing tools to remove/replace/repair equipment

Successful candidate must climb utility poles and other structures

This position is responsible for cleaning and maintaining tools/trucks

Successful candidate must maintain regular attendance and comply with all safety procedures, practices and requirements

Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in person, by radio, and by phone to various company personnel in the normal course of duties

If this position is filled as an apprentice, the applicant will complete a prescribed Journeyman Development Program

Qualification

Electrical line maintenanceMachinery operationClimbing utility polesCustomer relation skillsBasic hand toolsDependabilityTeamworkContinuous learning

Required

Must pass or have passed the Construction and Skills Trade Test (CAST) in order to be considered

Must currently have or possess the ability to obtain a valid Mississippi Commercial Drivers license within 6 months of employment

Must maintain weight to comply with equipment manufacturer's restrictions

Must be available for call out overtime work, scheduled overtime work, and overnight travel as needed

Availability for timely response to call outs are required

The successful applicant must currently live within or be willing to relocate to within a 30 minute commute from the assigned headquarters office. No relocation assistance available

Candidates should have a comprehensive knowledge of customer relation skills and the ability to think clearly and make logical decisions under pressure

Average or above average computer skills are desired

Working knowledge of electricity and the maintenance of electrical lines is necessary

Ability to operate machinery and vehicles, use basic hand tools, the ability to work at heights, climb tall structures, read blueprints, lift, carry and pull heavy objects

Ability to work in extreme weather conditions and work in enclosed, dark areas

Work methods must adhere to all safe work practices and must possess the ability to build solid interpersonal relationships with other employees

Exhibit Our Values behaviors of safety first, unquestionable trust, superior performance, and total commitment

Ability to work successfully in a team atmosphere

Successful candidate must be ethical, customer oriented, self-motivated, a continuous learner and highly dependable