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Apprentice 1st - 2nd Step (The Woodlands, Texas, United States) @ Entergy

The Woodlands, Texas, USOnsiteFull-time
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<p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Work Place Flexibility:</span></strong><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"> Onsite </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Legal Entity:</span></strong><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"> Entergy Texas, Inc.-GTX</span> </span></p><p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><em>**This position will be filled as an Apprentice 1st Step - 2nd Step Lineman, depending upon experience**</em></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>APPRENTICE 1ST STEP</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Under close supervision, as an apprentice in training, must be willing and 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:</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">1. Use pole climbing equipment and have ability to handle self on pole in safe and efficient manner.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">2. Handle poles, install poles, assist in the erection of wood and steel structures, including foundations.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">3. Make up and install guys and install secondaries.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">4. Connect services on energized conductors up to 600 volts.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">5. Install secondary racks and clevis, anchors, miscellaneous hardware, grounds, fittings for vertical type construction, buss supports, and conductors on dead circuits.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">6. Perform simple transmission and distribution switching (qualified lineman assistance).</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">7. Tie knots and splice rope.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">8. Assist in trimming trees.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">9. Assist qualified lineman or mechanic in simple routine inspection and maintenance.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">10. Assist in the installation of all types of conduit systems.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">11. Assist in the handling, moving and installation of all transmission, distribution and plant equipment, machinery, etc.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">12. Prepare reports and records.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">13. Operate Company’s trucks and automobiles.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">14. Obtain/Maintain a valid Class A CDL</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>APPRENTICE 2ND STEP</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>JOB QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Under close supervision, must know, understand and be willing and able to apply all applicable Company construction specifications in order to perform</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">the less complicated tasks on high and low voltage line work involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">conductors, structures and equipment, and be qualified to do the following and related work as assigned:</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">1. Install crossarms, secondary racks and clevis, anchors and guys, and install hardware and fittings for vertical type construction, including</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">conductors, single phase transformers, lightning arresters, grounds, cutouts, etc., on dead circuits.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">2. Trim trees.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">3. Under close supervision may be allowed to cover and work energized circuits when they and their supervisor are confident that this can be done</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">safely.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">4. Assist in the installation, maintenance and repair of street lighting equipment and fixtures.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">5. Direct work of helpers and apprentices as required.</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">1. Must be willing and able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></span></p> <ol style="list-style-type:decimal" start="1" type="1"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Be willing and able to attend and take part in safety meetings.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Be willing and able to work under unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Be willing and able to receive and transmit orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence of both superiors and subordinates.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Be especially neat, clean and orderly in work and person.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Be willing and able to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Understand importance of always rendering and maintaining first class, courteous service to all customers.</span></li> </ol> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Apprentice 2nd Year - 2+ years demonstrated linework experience required</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Apprentice 1st Year: Completion of an accredited Lineworker Training program OR prior demonstrated linework experience required</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>As a condition of employment this position requires a pre-employment Fitness for Duty exam.</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">This position is designated as a Safety Sensitive position and is subject to mandatory pre-employment and random drug testing.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">#LI-BW1</span></p><h1><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>Primary Location:</b> <span tabindex="-1"><span tabindex="-1">Texas</span></span>-<span tabindex="-1"><span tabindex="-1">The Woodlands Texas : The Woodlands</span></span></span> <br> <span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>Job Function</b>: <span tabindex="-1"><span tabindex="-1">Field &amp; Skilled Trade</span></span><br> <b>FLSA Status</b>: <span tabindex="-1"><span tabindex="-1">Nonexempt</span></span></span> <br> <span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>Relocation Option:</b> <span tabindex="-1"><span tabindex="-1">No Relocation Offered</span></span><br> <b>Union description/code</b>: <span tabindex="-1"><span tabindex="-1">GTX Utility Ops</span></span></span> <br> <span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>Number of Openings</b>: <span tabindex="-1"><span tabindex="-1">1</span></span><br> <b>Req ID:</b> <span tabindex="-1"><span tabindex="-1">123929</span></span><br> <b>Travel Percentage</b>:<span tabindex="-1"><span tabindex="-1">Up to 25%</span></span></span></span></h1> <p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click <a href="https://jobs.entergy.com/content/EEO/?locale=en_US"><u>here</u> </a>to view the EEO page, or see statements below.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><b>EEO Statement: </b>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. <br> <br> 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.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><b>Accessibility: </b>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 <b><u><a href="mailto:[email protected]?subject=Accessibility" target="_blank" title="here">here</a></u></b> 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.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><b>Additional Responsibilities:</b> 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.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><u><b><a href="https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf" target="_blank" title="Equal Opportunity">Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal</a></b></u></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0px">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 [email protected] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>WORKING CONDITIONS: </b><br> 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.</span></span></p>

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