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Hiring for two positions: H80870 and H80623\nHELPER - T&D DEPARTMENTS\nA. JOB QUALIFICATIONS:\nUnder Class 1 supervision, following specific instructions as to methods and working details, must be able to perform simple and routine work assisting linemen, servicemen 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:\nDig holes, set anchors and assist in setting poles and stubs. \nPerform miscellaneous cleaning, scraping, painting, rough carpenter work, cut grass, clear right-of-way, etc. \nExcavate for foundations, install forms, mix concrete and assist in completing foundations and fences. \nLoad, unload and handle poles, wire, tools, materials, supplies, tackle, etc. and assist in handling material to and from stock. \nCare for and prepare hand lines, block lines, etc. \nTend winch line when in operation. \nAssist linemen, servicemen or others and tend lines necessary for raising tools and material. \nAssist in assembling guys, crossarms, and other equipment on ground, and in pulling wire and guys. \nAssist in the erection of steel, wood or other structures. \nAssist in dismantling equipment removed from lines, substations, etc. \nHandle and work from ladders. \nOperate Company trucks and automobiles. \nB. EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:\nLineman certification or equivalent education or experience preferred. Must meet all qualifications within six months after employment. \nWithin six months after employment, know Company's safety rules and complete OSHA mandated training including bucket rescue. \nKnow 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. \nObtain/Maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License \nUpon completion of 100 level certification (climbing certification), Helpers in Line and Service will progress to Apprentice 1st Step. \nC. PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:\nMust have full use of mental and physical faculties. \nHave strength and endurance adequate for arduous labor in all kinds of outdoor weather conditions. \nBe able to work at heights and close spaces. \nGood hand-eye coordination and physical dexterity. \nD. PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:\nBe particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents. \nBe willing to work under unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job. \nBe able to receive and execute orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence of superiors\n*Non-CDL driver will be eligible for the helper position. Entergy does provide support for acquiring their CDL. Apprentices should already have their CDL.\nAPPRENTICE 1ST STEP\nA. JOB QUALIFICATIONS:\nUnder Class 1 supervision, as an apprentice in training, must be able to perform the less difficult tasks and assist others in high and low voltage line work involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution conductors, structures, underground systems, and related equipment, and be qualified to do the following and related work as assigned:\nUse pole climbing equipment and have ability to handle self on pole in safe and efficient manner. \nHandle poles, install poles, and assist in the erection of steel, wood and other structures, including foundations. \nMake up and install guys and install secondaries. \nConnect services on energized conductors up to 600 volts. \nInstall secondary racks and clevis, anchors, miscellaneous hardware, grounds, fittings for vertical type construction, buss supports, and conductors on dead circuits. \nPerform simple transmission and distribution switching (qualified lineman assistance). \nTie knots and splice rope. \nAssist in trimming trees. \nAssist qualified lineman or servicemen in simple routine inspection and maintenance. \nAssist in the installation of all types of conduit systems. \nAssist in the handling, moving and installation of all transmission, distribution and plant equipment, machinery, etc. \nPrepare reports and records. \nRead and understand job drawings and maps and assist with Job Hazard Assessment. \nOperate Company’s equipment. \nBecome familiar with new technology such as computers and tablets required to perform work. \nFollow the Safety Action Plan “SAP” expectations according to minimum required qualifications. (Rev 03 dated 7/15/2023) If the SAP is to be revised the Company will notify the Union of any proposed changes prior to the effective date of the change, and upon request by the Union, meet and negotiate any change. \nB. EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:\nAn Apprentice Lineman during the first three months in classification shall not work on circuits or equipment energized at more than 600 volts. They shall not be permitted to climb through or above ungrounded conductors or equipment rated at more than 600 volts even though such conductors are properly covered or spaced out of casual reach. This includes all transmission conductors.\n1. During the second three months apprenticeship, the apprentice may be allowed to perform structure\ninspections provided the following conditions are met:\na) Energized primary circuits shall be properly covered, and shall not be within casual reach.\nb) Energized transmission circuits must have a phase spacing no less than fifteen feet.\nc) Inspection does not require apprentice to cross from one pole in structure to another.\nd) Structure maintenance is not required\n2. During the last six months of apprenticeship, the apprentice is allowed to assist a qualified lineman incovering and working all voltages. The qualified lineman shall be on the pole, structure, work board, or in an aerial basket participating in the work if the voltage is above 600 volts. The apprentice may also be allowed to climb through or above properly covered primary distribution circuits for the purpose of structure inspections to assist a qualified lineman in hot stick work. The apprentice may be allowed to climb by or above energized transmission circuits for the purpose of structure inspections. The apprentice may also be allowed to assist a qualified lineman in doing such tasks as pole wrapping, static replacement, etc.\nNote: Regardless of what step the apprentice may be in their classification, any assignment must first be discussed, and both the apprentice and their Supervisor must be confident that it can be done safely. Line and equipment must be grounded to be considered de-energized.\n3. Work towards the completion of 200, 300 and 400 level certification or accredited Lineman Trade certification.\n4. Learn Company’s safety rules, and be able to administer all approved methods of resuscitation, and be able to render practical first aid.\n5. Know the location of, and be able to operate, all the firefighting equipment. Know what kind of equipment to use on electrical, oil, and other fires.\n6. Maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License\n7. Have knowledge of line and substation material and use of line construction tools and equipment\nC. PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:\n1. Must have full use of mental and physical faculties.\n2. Have strength and endurance adequate for arduous labor in all kinds of outdoor weather conditions.\n3. Be able to work at heights and close spaces\n4. Good hand-eye coordination and physical dexterity.\nD. PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:\n1. Be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents.\n2. Be willing to work under unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.\n3. Be able to receive and transmit orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence of both superiors and subordinates\nAPPRENTICE 2ND STEP\nA. JOB QUALIFICATIONS:\nUnder Class 1 supervision, must be able to perform the less complicated tasks and assist in the installation and removal of electric meters, services and related equipment on customers' premises, connect and disconnect service at the pole, locate and repair all types of breaks in the electric transmission and distribution system, answer electric trouble calls to customers' premises, and be able to perform the less complicated tasks on high and low voltage line work involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution conductors, structures and equipment, and be qualified to do the following and related work as assigned:\nHave equivalent experience in related work, having all the qualifications of Apprentice 1st Step. \nInstall crossarms, secondary racks and clevis, anchors and guys, and install hardware and fittings for vertical type construction, including conductors, single phase transformers, lightning arresters, grounds, cutouts, etc., on dead circuits. \nTrim trees. \nRefuse transformers and circuit breakers and check grounds. \nInspect meters and meter loops for irregularities. \nPrepare records and reports. \nCheck customer's wiring for accidental ground. \nCheck installation for proper secondary ground. \nOperate Company's trucks and automobiles. \nAssist qualified serviceman, lineman, or others in working on energized conductors up to 34.5kV. \nHandle and work from ladders. \nAssist in the installation, maintenance and repair of street lighting equipment and fixtures. \nRead meters, install and remove secondary meters and services. \nMake secondary load and voltage checks, setting of recording meters and change charts. \nUnder Class 1 supervision may be allowed to cover and work energized circuits when they and their supervisor are confident that this can be done safely. \nDirect work of helpers when authorized. \nFollow Safety Action Plan “SAP” expectations according to minimum required qualifications. (Rev 03 dated 7/15/2023) If the SAP is to be revised the Company will notify the Union of any proposed changes prior to the effective date of the change, and upon request by the Union, meet and negotiate any change. \nEXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:\nMust have worked and qualified, as an Apprentice 1st Step or have had equivalent experience in related work, having all the qualifications of the previous classifications. \nCompletion of 400 level certification. \nKnow Company’s safety rules, and be able to administer all approved methods of resuscitation, and be able to render practical first aid. \nKnow the location of and be able to operate all of the firefighting equipment. 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