What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apprentice Lineman/Linewoman position at PSEG?
Requisition: 78170
PSEG Company: PSEG Long Island
Salary Range: $ 34.17 - $ 45.41
Incentive: Not applicable
Work Location Category: Onsite
PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories: onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.
PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.
Union Local
IBEW 1049
Summary
Experience the personal challenge of working for a world class organization and leader in the Utilities and Energy
industry as an Apprentice Lineperson for our Overhead/Underground lines department for our Long Island New York territory.
Apprentice Linepersons perform all activities relating to Overhead/Underground Distribution and Transmission line construction and maintenance.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Maintenance of service in the public utility business requires off schedule or overtime work hours.
- The Training Program will be conducted initially at any or all of the reporting locations in the department.
- Apprentices will be rotated between locations periodically during the first two years as workload and training requirements dictate.
- Apprentices who successfully complete the entire training program will be advanced to the classification of Lineman/ Linewoman First Class.
- Trainees will progress in accordance with the Apprentice Line worker Training Program. Transfers will be made in accordance with Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Seniority.
- In addition to possessing the qualifications for this vacancy, candidates selected will be expected to work overtime in accordance with the Departmental requirements and to participate in the Company's Emergency Restoration Program as may be required.
- Candidates selected for this classification will be required to participate in the federally mandated drug and alcohol testing program prior to selection, randomly on a year round basis, after an accident and for reasonable cause.
Years of Experience
Job Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or GED.
- A valid US driver's license with a satisfactory driver history.
- Able to qualify for an Interstate Class A Commercial Driver's License at time of hire. (To learn more go to: https://dmv.ny.gov/brochure/cdl10sec01.pdf but be sure to specify CDL type as Class A (Interstate).
- Successfully complete all training and progressed to the top step of the First Class Lineperson classification.
- Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form.
- Deal with problems involving several variables from standardized situations.
- Perform arithmetic calculations involving fractions, decimals and percentages.
- Pass a screening exam that includes physical aptitude tests, including a 2-day climbing wood poles test.
Education
Licenses or Certifications
- Valid US driver's license
Training and Courses
PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.
As an employee of PSEG you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.
For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing. For employees in federally regulated roles (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations), this also includes random testing. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and/or medically, it is prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role are subject to drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for such a positive result.
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If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email accommodations@pseg.com. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.
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