Advanced Level Distribution Line Apprentice 3 or 4 - Holly Springs Operations

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Job Summary

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

Responsibilities

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• 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

Basic/Required Qualifications for Line Apprentice 3

• 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.

Basic/Required Qualifications for Line Apprentice 4

• 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.

Desired Qualifications

• 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.

Specific Requirements

• Ability to successfully complete Mid-Level Skills Assessment Test (MSAT2) for Line Apprentice 3

• Ability to successfully complete Skills Assessment Test