Distribution Line Apprentice 2 - Kingstree

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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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction and maintenance of the distribution system
• Demonstrate a basic 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

Basic/Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid class A commercial driver’s license (CDL)
• Experienced climber
• Experience working on secondary voltage
• Minimum of two (2) 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.

Desired Qualifications

• Completion of Phase 2 of the Duke Energy Distribution Technical Training Program
• Working experience with secondary voltage
• Experience with single phase primary voltage
• Working experience installing underground secondary cable and accessories for services (temporary and permanent)
• Experience with application of secondary I&I on overhead and underground applications 0-300 volts
• Experience installing anchors by hand
• Experience installing and removing single phase meter
• Experience with meter identification
• Experience with transformer inspection and interpretation
• Experience with application of secondary protective insulating equipment
• Digger derrick and load securement experience
• ​Experience working with customers
• Working knowledge of a work management system
• Demonstrated proficiency in constructing, maintaining, and operating the distribution system, and to ensure public safety and customer satisfaction
• Clear written and oral communication skills

Specific Requirements

• Please Read: Steps in Duke Energy’s Hiring Process 
• Upon successfully submitting your application for this position, you will be invited to take the online test, the Modern Hire Virtual Assessment for Lineworker. Please ensure that you read all instructions carefully prior to beginning the online test. You will have 72 hours to complete your assessment (online test) immediately following submission of your application.
• Ability to successfully complete the Virtual Assessment for Lineworkers (VAL)
• Ability to successfully complete Physical Abilities Test (PAT)
• DOT Certification
• DOT Physical
• Successful background and drug screen
• Must live within 40 minutes miles of hiring operations center. Relocation is at the expense of the applicant
• This position contains a weight restriction of 275 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading. You must maintain this weight restriction throughout your employment as a line worker.
• Ability to stand a minimum of 5-6 hours; may