Apprentice Lineman

Job Title: Apprentice Lineman

Company: Jewett City Department of Public Utilities Employment

Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Subject to On-Call Rotation) Rate of Pay: $31.45

Job Overview: Jewett City Department of Public Utilities is seeking a motivated and safety-focused individual for the position of Lineman Learner / Apprentice Lineman. This is a four-year apprenticeship program designed to provide the training and experience necessary to become a fully qualified Journeyman Lineman. Work involves maintenance, construction, repair of electric distribution systems, meters, and substation equipment under the supervision of experienced personnel. This position requires a strong commitment to learning, teamwork, and safety.

Key Responsibilities: Training and Development: Enroll and actively participate in the NEPPA Lineman Training Program. Complete required NEPPA modules and on-the-job assessments and demonstrate mastery of concepts. System Maintenance and Construction: Assist with overhead and underground distribution work. Operate bucket trucks, digger derricks, and various power tools. Substation Work: Assist with inspection, maintenance, and repairs on substation equipment. Support switching operations under supervision. Meter Work: Install, read, program and calibrate electric meters. Assist in meter disconnects and theft investigations. Vehicle, Equipment, and Facility Care: Perform routine maintenance of utility trucks and shop equipment. Maintain building grounds, including snow removal and mowing. Other Duties: Participate in emergency response and mutual aid when needed. Perform other related duties assigned by supervision. Qualifications: Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent (GED). Basic knowledge of electrical theory and mechanical aptitude. Licensing and Certification: Valid Connecticut Driver’s License at time of hire. Must obtain a CDL Class A within six (6) months of hire. Skills and Abilities: Ability to climb poles and work at heights. Ability to work irregular hours and out of town assignments as required. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel. The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 100 pounds The employee may be required to travel. The employee will routinely utilize Personal Protective Equipment. The employee must be available for call out duty and participate in emergency restoration. The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including wet and humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week. This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Jewett City Department of Public Utilities.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: From $31.45 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person