Southern Co Careers – Apprentice Lineman In Montgomery

Overview

Position Title:  Apprentice Lineman

Company: Southern Company

Location: Montgomery, AL, US

Job Description:

This position is responsible for working in a line crew on overhead and underground construction and maintenance of distribution systems. This position is also responsible for responding to and correcting problems with the electrical distribution system during normal working hours, after hours, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities:

• 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

Requirements:

• Must work up to heights of 100 feet
• Availability for timely response to call outs are required
• High School diploma or equivalent required with a Technical Degree (Industrial or Technical majors) preferred
• Must maintain weight to comply with equipment manufacturer’s restrictions
• Ability to perform physically demanding activities while working outside in all weather conditions; Job requires candidates to bend, kneel, crawl, stoop and stand for long periods of time
• Operate all equipment (diggers, cranes, aerial devices, pulling and tensioning equipment)
• Individuals also must demonstrate the ability and desire to work safely and display ethical behavior at all times
• Must be available for call out overtime work, scheduled overtime work, and overnight travel as needed
• Must pass or have passed the Construction and Skills Trade Test (CAST) in order to be considered
• 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
• Must have a valid Mississippi Driver’s License, and will be required to obtain Mississippi Commercial Drivers license once state eligibility requirements are met
• 2 years manual labor, construction, maintenance, electrical or working on heavy equipment, military, or related utility experience preferred